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Moroccan Economy Grows in Q1 2024 Despite Agricultural Challenges

The national economy of Morocco is reported to have grown by 2.9% in the first quarter of 2024, driven by a 4% increase in non-agricultural value added, according to the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP). Despite a downturn in agricultural value added, economic activity continued to improve, mainly propelled......

Five Members of French Government to Visit Morocco in April

Five members of the French government are set to visit Morocco in April as part of official visits. Among them are the Minister of the Interior, Gérald Darmanin, and the Minister of Economy and Finance, Bruno Le Maire. These visits aim to revitalize cooperation between Rabat and Paris after months......

National Economic Growth: Rebound to 4.1% in the Fourth Quarter of 2023

The Moroccan national economy showed a notable improvement in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to data released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Economic growth reached 4.1%, marking a significant increase compared to the same period in 2022, when it stood at 0.7%. Driven by domestic......

Cultivating a Sustainable Agrarian Renaissance: OCP Africa's Mission to Nourish the Continent

Africa finds itself at a crucial juncture, facing the daunting challenge of overhauling its agricultural systems to ensure enduring food security. Amidst escalating discussions on this imperative matter, one organization has emerged as a beacon of hope, spearheading a sustainable agricultural revolution......

Morocco Struggles Against Drought's Grip on Crucial Wheat Harvests

As Morocco finds itself in the tightening clutches of an enduring drought, the nation braces for a significant downturn in wheat production, signaling a pronounced rise in reliance on imports for this indispensable crop. The bleak agricultural forecast, outlined by the agricultural advocacy group Comader,......

Spanish Authorities Persist in Casting Doubts on Moroccan Strawberry Exports

In a troubling development, Spanish health authorities persist in casting doubts on Moroccan strawberry exports, despite lacking evidence of alleged hepatitis A contamination. This narrative unfolds with the recent report from the Spanish news agency EFE, indicating that a second batch of Moroccan strawberries......

Moroccan Strawberry Hepatitis A Contamination Raises Concerns in Spanish Market

Spanish Health Authorities Sound Alarm Over Hepatitis A Presence in Moroccan Strawberries In a development rattling the agricultural sector, Spanish health authorities have unearthed a troubling presence of the hepatitis A virus in Moroccan strawberries imported into the country. This alarming discovery......

OCP Africa's Innovative Approach to Tackling Food Insecurity on the Continent

In the global endeavor to combat hunger and ensure food security, OCP Group emerges as a beacon of hope, particularly for the African continent. Through its dedicated subsidiary, OCP Africa, this leading player in the global fertilizer industry has formulated a comprehensive strategy to address the challenges......

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......