Keywords: Wheat


Morocco triples agricultural imports from Russia amid grain supply expansion

Morocco's agricultural imports from Russia reached $280 million in 2024, marking a three-fold increase compared to 2023, according to new data from the Agroexport Center reported by Interfax. Russia has emerged as Morocco's primary wheat supplier, surpassing France's long-standing position......

Morocco's water crisis deepens as dam levels fall to critical 27%

Morocco's dam reservoirs have reached a concerning low of 27.63% capacity, containing just over 4.6 billion cubic meters of water, as the country grapples with persistent drought conditions that are severely impacting its agricultural sector. The ongoing water scarcity has dealt a particularly harsh......

Morocco's Russian Grain Imports Surge Ninefold in 2024

Morocco has emerged as a major purchaser of Russian grain through the West Siberian Railway (WSR), with imports reaching 514,000 tons in 2024—nearly nine times the volume recorded in 2023, according to African Initiative. WSR has achieved remarkable growth in its grain export operations, setting......

Morocco's Agricultural Crisis Deepens: Climate Change and Water Scarcity Transform Farming Landscape

Severe drought conditions and persistent climate challenges are reshaping Morocco's agricultural sector, with the nation's prominent farming regions experiencing significant declines in production, particularly affecting wheat cultivation. Recent satellite data from the Copernicus program has......

Morocco's Wheat Crisis Deepens as Drought Slashes Production to 15-Year Low

Morocco's agricultural sector faces unprecedented challenges as severe drought conditions drive wheat production to its lowest levels since 2008, forcing the nation to dramatically increase its reliance on Russian imports to meet domestic demand. The North African nation's 2024 wheat harvest......

Morocco Unveils Strategic Wheat Import Support Plan Amid Drought Crisis

Morocco has announced a comprehensive financial support system for soft wheat imports, set to launch in early 2025, as the country grapples with severe drought conditions affecting domestic production. The initiative, spanning from January to April 2025, represents a coordinated effort between the Ministry......

Russia to Expand Grain Exports to Morocco Amid Growing Demand

Russia is set to boost its wheat exports to Morocco, aiming to deliver up to 1.5 million tonnes in the near future, according to recent reports. This move highlights the growing agricultural trade ties between the two nations as Morocco faces mounting challenges in its domestic grain production. Strengthening......

Morocco Strengthens Grain Supply with New Russia Agreement Amid Drought Challenges

Morocco has entered a strategic partnership with Russia to diversify its grain imports and address growing domestic wheat demand, exacerbated by severe drought conditions. The agreement, signed on Friday, marks a significant step for the North African nation in securing more stable grain supplies, particularly......

Morocco's Shift Toward Russian Wheat Imports and the Geopolitical Implications

 In November 2024, Morocco marked a significant milestone in its wheat procurement strategy by importing 222,000 tons of wheat from Russia. This represents a substantial increase compared to the 119,000 tons imported during the same period the previous year. This shift highlights Morocco's growing......