Keywords: Farming


Morocco loses native wheat and barley varieties amid biodiversity decline

Morocco has lost nearly 75 percent of its native wheat and barley varieties over the past five decades, marking a sharp erosion of its agricultural biodiversity. The disappearance of these traditional seeds has raised concerns over food security, environmental stability, and the resilience of farming......

Morocco's 61st Rose Festival brings agricultural support and training to Kelaat M'Gouna

The Drâa-Tafilalet region's prized rose industry takes center stage this week as Kelaat M'Gouna, in the province of Tinghir, prepares to host the 61st edition of its international rose festival from May 7 to 10, 2026. The annual event, dedicated to the region's emblematic perfume rose......

Agritech solutions at GITEX Africa 2026 target food supply gaps

GITEX Africa Morocco 2026 will spotlight agritech innovations in Marrakech from April 7 to 9, focusing on practical solutions to address structural challenges in Africa’s agricultural systems. While advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence continue to gain attention, many of the continent’s......

Bayer Crop Science North Africa drives growth through innovation and sustainability

Bayer Crop Science North Africa held its 2026 annual convention in Marrakech. The event outlined the company's vision, priorities, and commitments to innovation and sustainability for regional agriculture. Leaders addressed challenges like climate change, regulations, and shifting markets.​ Amina......

Diesel shortages threaten farming across continents amid Iran conflict

A growing diesel shortage triggered by disruptions to global energy supplies is threatening agricultural activity across multiple continents, raising concerns about rising food prices in the months ahead. Two weeks after the start of the US Israeli conflict involving Iran, the effective closure of the......

Morocco considers smart farming shift in 2026 budget

Morocco is preparing its draft 2026 finance law with water security and structural reform at the center of public spending, as prolonged drought continues to strain the country’s agricultural sector. Policymakers are weighing whether the next budget cycle should move beyond traditional irrigation......

Climate change may halve global grazing land by 2100, study warns

Up to half of the world’s grasslands suitable for raising cattle, sheep and goats could become unviable by the end of the century as global temperatures rise, according to a major study that warns of severe consequences for pastoral communities and livestock worldwide. The findings point to growing......

South Korea confirms eighth African swine fever case in 2026

South Korean authorities have confirmed a new outbreak of African swine fever (ASF), marking the eighth reported case in the country since the start of 2026. The latest infection was identified at a pig farm in Pocheon, a city located north of Seoul, prompting immediate containment measures. Officials......

France confirms first avian influenza outbreak in the Somme

French authorities have confirmed the first outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the Somme department, located in northern France. The announcement was made by the local prefecture on Thursday, following the detection of the virus in a poultry farm near Abbeville. The affected facility,......