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Keywords: Drought


Morocco faces escalating drought crisis: report highlights urgent need for action

A new international report has placed Morocco among the countries most severely affected by drought, sounding the alarm over dwindling water reserves, declining agricultural productivity, and heightened social vulnerability. The findings underline the growing strain on ecosystems and communities, urging......

Morocco's record avocado exports to Canada raise sustainability concerns amid drought

As Morocco endures its worst drought in decades, the country has set a record by exporting 1,180 tons of avocados to Canada during the 2024/25 marketing season. The surge in exports has sparked debate over the sustainability of cultivating water-intensive crops in a nation grappling with a severe water......

Morocco invests MAD 6.2 billion to revitalize livestock sector

Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, Ahmed Bouari, recently unveiled a comprehensive national program designed to rejuvenate the country's livestock sector, which has suffered from ongoing drought and climate variability. This initiative represents a significant governmental effort to support......

Nizar Baraka to WalaW: Seven Years of Drought Accelerated the Construction of New Dams

During the International Agriculture Forum in Meknes, Nizar Baraka, Morocco’s Minister of Equipment and Water, shared with "WalaW" that seven consecutive years of drought have significantly pushed the government to intensify the pace of dam construction. Currently, 16 new dams are underway,......

Morocco extends wheat import subsidies amid ongoing drought

Morocco has officially announced the continuation of its subsidy program for soft wheat imports throughout 2025, a strategic response to the persistent drought that has severely impacted the nation’s agricultural output. The National Interprofessional Office for Cereals and Legumes (ONICL) confirmed......

Heavy rain boosts Morocco's dams amid ongoing water crisis

Recent heavy rainfall has provided a significant reprieve for Morocco's water reservoirs, notably the Oued El Makhazine dam, which has reached full capacity. This achievement brings the total number of fully filled dams under the Loukkos Hydraulic Basin Agency (ABHL) to four, as reported by the Directorate......

Rainfall revives hope for farmers in Oujda and boosts almond cultivation

Recent rainfall in the Oujda region has brought renewed hope to farmers and provided a much-needed boost to almond cultivation, particularly in the areas of Sidi Bouharia and Tafoughalt, known for their fruitful almond trees. The significant rainfall has had a profound impact on fruit trees, which are......

Morocco's water reserves bolster agriculture after heavy rains

Morocco has witnessed a significant uptick in rainfall from September 2024 to March 19, 2025, recording a total of 113.9 mm. Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas noted that this figure marks an 88.1% increase over last year's rainfall of just 60 mm, although it still falls short of the national......

French winemakers turn to Morocco's argan tree amid drought challenges

In the foothills of the Pyrenees, a collective of French winemakers is confronting an escalating dilemma reminiscent of challenges faced in Morocco: persistent drought conditions. Rather than waiting for climatic improvements, these vintners are exploring innovative alternatives, drawing inspiration......

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