Agriculture

In a recent seminar hosted by the National Rally of Independents (RNI), Minister of Agriculture Mohamed Sadiki provided an in-depth overview of Morocco’s ongoing efforts and strategies to secure food sovereignty amidst an era of economic volatility and environmental challenges. Addressing the......

In a striking revelation, a recent report by Swiss Re, a prominent global insurance company, has shed light on the precarious state of Morocco's agricultural sector. The findings paint a somber picture of a nation grappling with the far-reaching consequences of climate change, particularly in its......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......

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......