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Agriculture


Water Crisis Deepens in Morocco: Government Invests in Desalination to Support Agriculture

Morocco is grappling with a severe water crisis as drought conditions persist, significantly impacting its agricultural sector. During a parliamentary session, Minister of Agriculture Mohamed El Bouari highlighted the critical state of the nation’s water resources, with agricultural dams operating......

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 and France Collaborate on Sustainable Agriculture and Social Reforms

Morocco’s Crédit Agricole and France’s Development Agency (AFD) have strengthened their partnership with a €2.1 million program aimed at supporting Moroccan farmers in adapting to climate change. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to promote eco-friendly farming practices......

US Agribusiness Mission to Morocco: Strengthening Trade Ties and Expanding Market Access

The United States is making strides to deepen its presence in Africa's agribusiness sector, with a major focus on Morocco as a strategic gateway. The U.S. Department of Agriculture will host its first-ever Agribusiness Trade Mission to Morocco from December 2 to 5, an event hailed as the largest......

Mediterranean Cooperation: Addressing Food Security Challenges in Agro-Food Systems

Luis Planas, Spain's Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food, is set to attend the XII meeting of Agriculture Ministers from member countries of the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (Ciheam) this Friday in Rabat, Morocco. The gathering will focus on collaborative......

Morocco's Agricultural Exports Surge: Dominating Spain's Produce Market in 2024

Morocco has solidified its position as the leading supplier of fresh produce to Spain, with exports soaring to $755 million from January to July 2024. This impressive figure accounts for 24% of Spain's total fruit and vegetable imports during this period, marking a 10% growth compared to the same......

Navigating the Storm: Morocco's Agriculture Minister Charts a Course for Red Meat and Dairy Sectors

In the face of Morocco's ongoing drought, Agriculture Minister Mohammed Sadiki spearheaded pivotal discussions in Rabat, focusing on the nation's red meat and dairy industries. The meetings, held on Tuesday, aimed to bolster food sovereignty and address critical challenges facing these sectors. Minister......

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......

Gharb's Sweet Harvest: Mechanized Sugar Beet Processing Commences

In the fertile agricultural heartland of Gharb, the long-awaited sugar beet processing season has commenced, heralding a flurry of activity and the promise of a bountiful harvest. The ceremonial kick-off event, presided over by El Habib Nadir, the governor of Sidi Kacem province, witnessed the convergence......

Morocco's Cereal Harvest Faces Arid Blow, Poised for Precipitous Plunge

In a sobering revelation, Morocco's cereal harvest for the 2023/2024 agricultural season is poised to plummet by a staggering 43%, plunging to a mere 31.2 million quintals, according to the latest update from the Ministry of Agriculture. This grim forecast casts a pall over the nation's agricultural......

Moroccan Fertilizer Powerhouse Collaborates with USAID to Boost Africa's Agriculture

In a significant development poised to transform Africa's agricultural sector, Morocco's OCP Group, a key player in the global fertilizer industry, has teamed up with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This landmark partnership, announced during USAID Administrator......