Morocco 170% Wheat Tax Extended Through August 2026

Foreign soft wheat will remain heavily taxed in Morocco throughout August. Decree No. 2.26.583 extends until August 31, 2026 the collection of import duties, which were originally scheduled to end on July 31.

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Set at 170%, this customs duty does not prohibit imports, but makes them far less advantageous. The objective is to encourage mills and storage organizations to prioritize purchasing wheat produced in Morocco.

The measure, applied since June 1, was decided following the improvement of the agricultural season. It contrasts with the regime in force since November 2021, when duties were suspended to facilitate market supply after several years of drought.

The new decree was published in the Official Bulletin on July 27. Collection of the duty is to be suspended again as of September 1.

One more month to sell the harvest

This extension accompanies the extension of the collection period for Moroccan soft wheat. Purchases made by storage organizations can benefit until the end of August from a storage premium of 2.50 dirhams per quintal per fortnight.

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Collection is indeed advancing more slowly than expected, despite a harvest significantly better than the previous season. By maintaining the customs barrier for an additional month, the government seeks to give producers more time to sell their wheat on the national market.