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EU Court Ruling Unlikely to Disrupt 'Stable' Moroccan-Spanish Relations

Spain's Commitment to Bilateral Ties Remains Unwavering In a recent development, the European Union's Court of Justice (ECJ) is set to deliver a ruling on the EU-Morocco trade and fisheries agreements. Despite the potential implications of this decision, Spanish Agriculture, Fisheries and Food......

Cheesegate: Navigating the Fine Line Between Consumer Rights and Democracy

In a recent turn of events, Morocco's cheese market has become a surprising battleground for consumer rights and democratic principles. The so-called "Cheesegate" scandal has sparked a national debate, revealing the delicate balance between protecting consumers and upholding the country's......

EU's Declining Appetite for Moroccan Tomatoes: Imports Drop by 6.8%

The European Union's demand for Moroccan tomatoes has experienced a noticeable dip this season, with imports from the North African nation dropping by 6.8% compared to the previous year. This decline follows a record high in Moroccan tomato imports to the EU in 2022, marking the steepest decline......

Morocco Halts Shellfish Harvesting Near Essaouira Amid Toxin Concerns

Unsafe Toxin Levels Detected in Local Mussels Prompt Immediate Action Morocco's Department of Maritime Fisheries has announced a suspension of shellfish harvesting and sales from the Oum Toyour-Chouika area in Essaouira due to marine toxins detected at hazardous levels.  The National Institute......

Sharp Decline in Tan-Tan Fish Landings: Industry Faces Uncertain Future

The fishing industry at Tan-Tan's port has encountered significant challenges, with the quantity of pelagic fish landings plummeting by a staggering 63% in the first half of the year, amounting to a mere 7,351 tonnes. By the Numbers: A Grim Report The National Office of Fisheries (ONP) released......

Morocco's Ambitious Irrigation Expansion: Cultivating a Sustainable Agricultural Future

In a bold move to address ongoing water scarcity concerns, Morocco has unveiled plans to significantly expand its water-saving irrigation systems. The initiative, announced by Mohamed Sadiki, Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, aims to cover one million......

Morocco Sets Sights on Becoming a Key Player in the Global Halal Market

The Halal Morocco Forum explores the country's potential for significant growth in the global halal market. In a bid to bolster its position in the burgeoning global halal market, Morocco recently hosted the sixth edition of the Halal Morocco Forum in Casablanca. Abderrahim Taibi, director of the......

Morocco's Fishing Industry Navigates Shifting Tides

In a recent report from the National Office of Fisheries (ONP), Morocco's inshore and artisanal fishing sector witnessed a subtle downward shift in the first five months of 2024. The value of marketed products dipped by 1% to 4.37 billion dirhams, while the weight of these products declined by 7%......

Revitalizing Morocco's Weekly Souks: A Billion Dirham Initiative

In a significant move to bolster the vibrant tradition of weekly souks (markets) across Morocco, the government has allocated a staggering one billion dirhams to an ambitious rehabilitation program. This multifaceted initiative, unveiled by Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit, aims to address the challenges......