Agriculture
Morocco is experiencing a strong rebound in its citrus export sector, with lemon exports reaching impressive levels during the first half of the 2025–2026 agricultural season. Industry observers believe the country could match or even surpass its historic export record established several years......
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......
France is preparing for intense parliamentary debates as lawmakers examine a new emergency agriculture bill aimed at addressing long-standing challenges in the farming sector. The proposed legislation, discussed in the National Assembly, comes in response to recent tensions among farmers over income,......
Morocco’s tomato exports to Finland reached a historic level during the 2025/2026 season, marking a significant expansion of the country’s presence in Nordic food markets. Between July 2025 and February 2026, shipments totaled around 2,200 tonnes, representing a doubling compared with the......
The Dutch government is preparing to introduce a mandatory vaccination program for laying hens in an effort to combat the continued threat of bird flu, according to reports from national broadcaster NOS. Recent trials carried out in the country have shown that vaccinating poultry can significantly reduce......
Authorities in Morocco have stepped up oversight of livestock markets as Eid al-Adha approaches, focusing on the availability of sheep and goats and the balance between supply and demand. A coordination meeting held via video conference brought together officials from the ministries of the Interior and......
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......
Nearly three quarters of cocoa farmers in Ivory Coast have not purchased any fertilizer for the next two production cycles, according to a recent survey, raising concerns over future output in a country that produces about one third of the world’s cocoa. The findings point to growing strain across......
Authorities in France have decided to lower the national risk level for avian influenza from “high” to “moderate,” reflecting an improvement in the overall health situation among poultry farms and wild bird populations. The revised classification, which comes into effect this......
Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have found that rice seeds can respond to the sound of rainfall, accelerating their germination by up to 40 percent. The study, published on April 22, 2026 in Scientific Reports, provides direct evidence that seeds and young plant structures can......
Morocco’s cereal production for the 2025 to 2026 agricultural season is expected to approach 90 million quintals, marking a strong recovery after several years of drought. The announcement came from Ahmed El Bouari during a high-level conference held in Meknès, as part of the Salon international......
Global agriculture is facing mounting pressure as fertilizer shortages spread across Africa and South Asia following weeks of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. Although Iran announced a temporary reopening of the key maritime route on April 17 under a short ceasefire, supply chains remain strained.......
The government of France has announced the creation of a coordinated system for agricultural inspections aimed at simplifying administrative procedures for farmers. A new decree establishes a departmental body responsible for organizing and harmonizing on-site controls in farms. The objective is to......
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