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Agriculture


Morocco's Rise to Global Strawberry Stardom in 2024

In a notable ascent within the global agricultural landscape, Morocco has secured its place among the top 10 strawberry producers in the world for 2024, as revealed by the World Population Review. This achievement underscores Morocco's burgeoning role in the international strawberry market, with......

Morocco's Wheat Woes: North African Nation Faces Import Surge Amid Global Production Challenges

In a significant shift within the global wheat market, Morocco is poised to ascend the ranks of the world's top wheat importers in 2024, as revealed by a recent United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) report. The North African nation is grappling with a severe domestic shortage, prompting......

Drones and AI: The Winning Combination for Modern Agriculture

Agriculture, like many other sectors, is embracing modernization and technological advancements to address its growing challenges. Faced with the increasing threat of pests and the imperative to optimize yields, some farmers are turning to cutting-edge technology. Today, the combined use of drones and......

Moroccan Government Unveils Strategy to Streamline Agricultural Supply Chain

In a bold move to rein in the soaring prices of agricultural products and protect the purchasing power of Moroccan citizens, the government has unveiled a series of targeted measures aimed at revamping the marketing and distribution of fruits and vegetables. This strategic initiative comes in response......

Morocco's Burgeoning Appetite for Portuguese Pears: A Fruitful Partnership Blooms

In a testament to the burgeoning trade relations between Morocco and Portugal, a remarkable statistic has emerged: Morocco has solidified its position as a major market for Portuguese pears, absorbing a staggering 20% of the country's total pear exports. This impressive figure places Morocco as the......

Minister Praises Morocco’s ‘Proactive’ Water Strategy to Secure Food Supply

In a significant step toward mitigating the impacts of climate change on water resources and agricultural productivity, Morocco has officially launched the continent’s largest desalination plant in Casablanca. This development underscores the country's commitment to enhancing water efficiency......

Surging Asparagus Exports Propel Morocco Toward Record-Breaking Year

Early Harvest and Strategic Market Shifts Position Morocco for Asparagus Export Milestone Morocco's agricultural sector is poised for a significant achievement as it gears up to break its own asparagus export record for the fourth consecutive season. This remarkable trend is fueled by an extended......

Global Wheat Harvest Forecast Tumbles; Russia Bears the Brunt

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has significantly lowered its forecast for global wheat production for the 2024/25 crop year, citing anticipated lower yields in Russia, Ukraine, and the European Union. In its monthly report, the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE),......

Spanish Authorities Sound Alarm Over Moroccan Peppers Harboring Pesticide Traces

In a move to safeguard public health and uphold stringent food safety standards, Spanish authorities have raised the alarm over a recent shipment of Moroccan peppers found to contain traces of prohibited pesticides. This alert was issued through the European Union's Rapid Alert System for Food and......

Eid al-Adha Triumph: A Tiflet Herder's Tale of Resilience and Innovation

As the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha approaches, the story of a herder from the Tiflet region stands as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of those who make their living from the land. Despite the challenges posed by this year's drought, which forced him to reduce his flock from an impressive......

Morocco's Agricultural Landscape: Navigating Rainfall Scarcity with Strategic Measures

In an era of increasingly unpredictable climate patterns, Morocco's agricultural sector is grappling with the realities of diminished rainfall. According to Mohamed Sadiki, the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, the nation's agricultural reservoirs......

Flock Fatalities: The Truth Behind Berrechid's Ovine Tragedy

In a grim incident that unfolded over the past three days, the pastoral landscape of Mabarkine commune within Berrechid province bore witness to a distressing scene—the untimely demise of at least 70 sheep, collectively valued at a staggering 140,000 dirhams according to online reports. This ovine......

Nurturing Agricultural Resilience: Insights from Minister Sadiki's Address

In a detailed briefing presented to the House of Counselors in Rabat, Mohamed Sadiki, the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forestry, illuminated the current landscape of the agricultural sector. His focus encompassed the ongoing spring crop season and the......