Morocco Halts Tomato Exports to Curb Soaring Domestic Prices
26 March 2023
Morocco is forced to restrict its tomato exports due to high domestic prices. Cherry tomatoes are not affected by the restrictions.
Agriculture
Morocco’s Avocado Exports Surge 60%, Set to Break Annual Record
25 March 2023
Morocco has recorded a record increase in its avocado exports by volume during the season and could repeat the feat during the 2022/23 season (July-June).
Morocco Considers Ban on Algerian Dates Amid Health Concerns Before Ramadan
14 March 2023
As the month of Ramadan begins in a few days, the import and marketing of Algerian dates could be banned in Morocco. Opposition deputies have launched an appeal in this direction.
Morocco Emerges as Top Frozen Raspberry Exporter to EU, Quadrupling Shipments
12 March 2023
Morocco has quadrupled its exports of frozen raspberries to the European Union (EU) in two years, going from 3,600 tons in 2020 to 16,700 tons in 2022.
Morocco Approves First Cannabis Seed Imports for Legal Cultivation
7 March 2023
On Monday, Morocco issued the first import authorization for cannabis seeds intended for about twenty farmers who wanted to start the legal cultivation of this plant for (…)
Israeli Irrigation Giant Netafim Opens First North African Factory in Morocco
28 February 2023
Operating in Morocco for nearly 30 years, the world leader in micro-irrigation technologies has decided to expand its activities by setting up its new factory in Kenitra.
Vegetable Shortages Hit Belgian Supermarkets as Mediterranean Harvests Falter
25 February 2023
Belgian supermarkets are facing a shortage of certain fruits and vegetables. They are having trouble sourcing from Morocco, Spain and Turkey.
Moroccan Workers Allege Modern Slavery in French Wine Industry
24 February 2023
The Abbé Pierre Foundation, La France insoumise, the associations La Crise and Ruelle are supporting nine Moroccans (one worker and workers) who are victims of "modern slavery" (…)
Spanish Berry Giant Daifressh Expands Production in Morocco with 140-Hectare Acquisition
18 February 2023
The Spanish group Daifressh, a specialist in berries and citrus fruits, will increase its production in Morocco, where it now has an additional 140 hectares.
Morocco Halts Vegetable Exports to West Africa Amid Soaring Domestic Prices
11 February 2023
Morocco has banned until further notice the export of tomatoes, onions and potatoes to West Africa, the main African market for Moroccan agri-food products.