Keywords: Agriculture


Spanish Authorities Persist in Casting Doubts on Moroccan Strawberry Exports

In a troubling development, Spanish health authorities persist in casting doubts on Moroccan strawberry exports, despite lacking evidence of alleged hepatitis A contamination. This narrative unfolds with the recent report from the Spanish news agency EFE, indicating that a second batch of Moroccan strawberries......

Moroccan Strawberry Hepatitis A Contamination Raises Concerns in Spanish Market

Spanish Health Authorities Sound Alarm Over Hepatitis A Presence in Moroccan Strawberries In a development rattling the agricultural sector, Spanish health authorities have unearthed a troubling presence of the hepatitis A virus in Moroccan strawberries imported into the country. This alarming discovery......

OCP Africa's Innovative Approach to Tackling Food Insecurity on the Continent

In the global endeavor to combat hunger and ensure food security, OCP Group emerges as a beacon of hope, particularly for the African continent. Through its dedicated subsidiary, OCP Africa, this leading player in the global fertilizer industry has formulated a comprehensive strategy to address the challenges......

Spanish Farmers Advocate for Involvement in Inspections of Moroccan Produce

Tensions are escalating over agricultural imports from Morocco as Spain's largest farmers' union calls for inclusion in border checks. The Union de Uniones agricultural syndicate asserts that independent inspections are necessary to instill confidence in consumers and domestic producers regarding......

Strengthening Agricultural Education Ties: France and Morocco Forge Closer Bonds

France and Morocco have recently fortified their agricultural cooperation through a newly signed agreement, placing a significant emphasis on higher education and technical training. Ratified in Rabat earlier this week, the pact aims to nurture partnerships between educational institutions in both nations. The......

Growing Africa's Future: How OCP Empowers Farmers and Ensures Food Security

Morocco's fertilizer, OCP, is spearheading innovative solutions to address Africa's impending food crisis. At the 6th UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi, OCP experts underscored their commitment to revitalizing soil health across the continent. Despite Africa's possession of over 60% of......

Morocco Takes Legal Action as Agricultural Trade Tensions Escalate with Spain

Morocco’s primary agricultural entity, the Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development (COMADER), has initiated legal action by filing a formal complaint in Spanish courts amidst growing tensions surrounding Moroccan farm exports. COMADER has reported a surge in incidents targeting transport......

Sustaining Heritage, Empowering Communities: How ANDZOA Drives Morocco's Future

Nestled within the rugged mountains and verdant valleys of Souss-Massa lies Tafraout - a scenic oasis town renowned for its iconic argan trees and prized argan oil. Yet beyond its natural allure and economic richness, Tafraout signifies a promising new era in Morocco's journey toward sustainable......

Tomato Takeover: How Morocco Seized the Second Spot in the EU's Tomato Trade

Morocco has officially surpassed Spain to become the European Union's second-largest supplier of tomatoes. According to a recent report from industry group Hortoinfo utilizing Eurostat trade data, Morocco exported nearly 492 million kilograms of tomatoes to the EU in 2023, slightly edging out Spain's......