Morocco Bans Sheep Sales in Markets Ahead of Eid al-Adha, Prices Surge

According to testimonies from professionals, sheep and goat breeders are being denied access to markets, and strict control is being exercised on national roads targeting trucks transporting this type of livestock.

In parallel with these measures, an increase in the prices of sheep and meat has been observed, linked to a growing enthusiasm among Moroccans to stock up on red meat. A record increase in the prices of sheep offal has also been noted. Some observers have interpreted this phenomenon as a "weakness in the consumption culture" of Moroccans.

The main directive is King Mohammed VI’s call for Moroccans not to perform the Eid al-Adha sacrifice this year. The objectives of this measure are to preserve national resources and to provide financial relief to modest families. The King himself will perform the sacrifice "on behalf of Our people," as indicated in a message read by the Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs last February.