Morocco
Morocco's Avocado Exports Surge to Record Levels Despite Drought
The drought affecting Morocco will not have a negative impact on its avocado exports. The kingdom is on the verge of setting a new record.
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Agriculture
Morocco
Moroccan Preacher Sparks Controversy: Calls for Boycott of Algerian Dates, Favors Israeli Produce
Salafist sheikh Mohamed Al Fizazi has just issued a "fatwa" against Algerian dates and says he prefers Israeli dates. He explains himself.
Morocco
Morocco Halts Tomato Exports to Curb Soaring Domestic Prices
Morocco is forced to restrict its tomato exports due to high domestic prices. Cherry tomatoes are not affected by the restrictions.
Morocco
Morocco's Avocado Exports Surge 60%, Set to Break Annual Record
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
Morocco Considers Ban on Algerian Dates Amid Health Concerns Before Ramadan
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
Morocco Emerges as Top Frozen Raspberry Exporter to EU, Quadrupling Shipments
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
Morocco Approves First Cannabis Seed Imports for Legal Cultivation
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 pharmaceutical and industrial purposes.
Morocco
Israeli Irrigation Giant Netafim Opens First North African Factory in Morocco
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.
Morocco
Vegetable Shortages Hit Belgian Supermarkets as Mediterranean Harvests Falter
Belgian supermarkets are facing a shortage of certain fruits and vegetables. They are having trouble sourcing from Morocco, Spain and Turkey.
France
Moroccan Workers Allege Modern Slavery in French Wine Industry
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" in Dordogne, where they work for a wine entrepreneur in poor living and working conditions without being paid.
Morocco
Spanish Berry Giant Daifressh Expands Production in Morocco with 140-Hectare Acquisition
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
Morocco Halts Vegetable Exports to West Africa Amid Soaring Domestic Prices
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.