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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......

Rainfall Brings Relief, Yet Challenges Persist for Moroccan Farmers

Recent rainfall has provided a much-needed respite to Morocco's struggling agricultural sector. However, persistent water shortages cast a shadow of uncertainty over the path forward. After enduring months of drought conditions that adversely affected crops and livestock, certain regions of Morocco......

Cultivating Climate Resilience: Highlights from the 16th Annual Agriculture Forum in Morocco

Morocco's agricultural industry convened this week in Rabat for the 16th annual International Agricultural Exhibition of Morocco (SIAM) to address farming challenges amidst a deepening climate crisis. Themed "Climate and Agriculture: For Sustainable and Resilient Production Systems," the......

Drought's Grip Tightens: Morocco Navigates Water and Food Crisis amid Escalating Climate Challenges

Morocco finds itself entrenched in a relentless drought, now entering its sixth consecutive year, as highlighted in a recent report from the European Union. The report underscores a mounting water crisis, posing severe threats to the nation's economy and the populace's access to food. The analysis......

Morocco's Melon Industry Flourishes Amidst Decades-Long Drought

Morocco has navigated severe drought conditions for over four decades, yet its melon exports defy the odds, thriving against all odds. Recent data from EastFruit reveals a remarkable surge in Morocco's melon exports, with nearly 57,000 tons shipped between January and November 2021 alone, marking......

Moroccan Farmers Defend Rights Amidst Hostility towards Agricultural Exports in Europe

Moroccan agricultural organizations are raising their voices following a series of violent attacks targeting exports to European markets, resulting in damage to goods and livelihoods. This week, the Moroccan Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development (COMADER) issued a firm statement condemning......

Morocco's Leading Role in Advancing Sustainable Development and Food Security in Africa

Morocco is emerging as a trailblazer in spearheading sustainable development and agricultural innovation throughout the African continent, as highlighted by experts convened recently in London. A conference, jointly organized by SOAS University of London and Morocco's Embassy in the UK, served as......

Farmers' Fury: European Protests Pose Challenges for Morocco's Produce Exports

Morocco's vital agricultural export season hangs in the balance as European farmers continue to voice their frustration over foreign competition. Recent protests have erupted across Europe, with French and Spanish farmers taking drastic measures such as blocking trucks carrying overseas fruits and......

Morocco's Avocado Boom Sparks Water Usage Debate

Morocco's avocado exports surge to record highs, but with it comes mounting criticism over the fruit's intensive water consumption amidst prolonged drought conditions. Abdellah Elyamlahi, head of the Moroccan Avocado Association, staunchly defends the booming avocado industry against a growing......

Spanish Farmers Block Roads in Massive Protests

Thousands of disgruntled Spanish farmers took to the streets this week, utilizing tractors to barricade roads in widespread demonstrations across the country. The protests entered their second consecutive day on Wednesday as farmers voiced their frustrations over rising costs, foreign competition, and......