Morocco Tightens Olive Oil Quality Controls to Combat Fraud
22 January 2023
Faced with fraud on the quality of olive oil, the Moroccan authorities have decided to strengthen controls to guarantee the food safety of consumers.
National Office for Health Security of Food Products
Moroccan Poultry Industry on Alert as Avian Flu Spreads in Europe
16 October 2022
Morocco is not yet taking measures to counter the entry of avian flu currently raging in Europe and the sub-region into its territory. This attitude of the authorities is (…)
Salmonella-Tainted US Almonds Destined for Morocco Returned, Officials Say
28 August 2022
The American almonds unfit for consumption, intended for the domestic market, have not yet arrived in Morocco, and have been returned to the suppliers, reassured the National (…)
Eid Al Adha: Expert Tips for Safe Meat Storage During Heatwave
9 July 2022
To prevent meat from deteriorating during Eid Al Adha, the National Office of Food Safety (ONSSA) has provided advice to follow after slaughter.
EU Approves Moroccan Poultry Imports After Years of Negotiations
5 July 2022
After several years of hesitation, the European Union has finally decided to open its doors to Moroccan poultry meat, authorizing its export to its member countries.
Health Authorities Seize Sheep Fed Poultry Waste Ahead of Eid al-Adha
2 July 2022
As Eid Al Adha approaches, the authorities are stepping up health checks on animals, particularly the feeding of sheep destined for sacrifice.
Morocco Bans Plant Imports to Combat Deadly Bacteria Threat
22 June 2022
Travelers are prohibited from bringing any type of plants into Moroccan territory, according to the National Office of Food Safety (ONSSA).
Morocco’s Food Safety Office Clarifies Role in Restaurant Hygiene Scandal
20 May 2022
The Azilal tajine scandal has brought back the issue of hygiene in restaurants in Morocco. The National Office of Food Safety (ONSSA) has provided some clarification on this (…)
Morocco Prepares 7 Million Livestock for Eid Al-Adha Celebration
18 May 2022
As part of the preparations for the celebration of Eid Al-Adha, the National Office of Sanitary Safety of Food Products (ONSSA) announced that as of May 16, more than 3 million (…)
Casablanca Authorities Seize 8 Tons of Tainted Meat, Local Officials Implicated
16 May 2022
About eight tons of spoiled meat intended to be sold in the weekly markets were seized by the Royal Gendarmerie of Casablanca. Several municipal councilors would be involved in (…)