Morocco
US Farmers Protest High Tariffs on Moroccan Fertilizers, Citing Cost Concerns
American farmers are fed up with the overtaxation of Moroccan fertilizers decided since last March by the International Trade Court.
Topic
Agriculture
Morocco
Moroccan Citrus Industry Seeks Emergency Aid Amid Soaring Export Costs
Moroccan citrus fruit professionals are asking for transport assistance to maintain their presence in nearby markets as well as a rescue plan for the sector.
Morocco
Morocco Suspends Wheat Import Tariffs to Stabilize Domestic Grain Prices
The Moroccan government has announced the implementation of measures to ensure the stability of cereal prices on the domestic market.
Spain
Spanish Farms Seek Workers from Ecuador, Honduras for Berry Harvest, Bypassing Morocco
Spanish agricultural organizations have traveled to Ecuador and Honduras to recruit workers for the berry harvest in the Andalusian province of Huelva (south), thus turning their backs on Morocco, their traditional partner.
Morocco
Morocco Showcases Agricultural Investment Opportunities at Dubai Expo 2020
At Expo Dubai 2020 , Morocco presented its potential and investment opportunities in the agricultural sector. The objective is to encourage economic operators to opt for green investment projects.
Morocco
Moroccan Olive Oil Production Falls Short of Expectations Despite Early Harvest
Moroccan olive oil professionals expect a higher harvest than last year. However, the success of this year’s campaign remains dependent on good rainfall.
Morocco
EU Court Sides with Spanish Farmer in Mandarin Dispute Against Moroccan King
The Court of Justice of the European Union has just ruled in favor of the farmer from Murcia who was sued in court by the Moroccan royal family for cultivating without authorization a protected variety of mandarin called Nadorcott, owned by King Mohammed VI since 2004.
France
Morocco Urges Boycott of French Goods Amid Visa Cuts and EU Trade Dispute
Calls to boycott French products have been launched in Morocco following France’s decision to reduce by 50% the granting of visas for Moroccans and the decision of the European Court of Justice to cancel two free trade agreements on agricultural products and fisheries between the kingdom and the EU.
Morocco
EU Court Annuls Morocco Trade Deals, but Agreements Remain in Effect
The Court of Justice of the European Union has annulled two trade agreements between Morocco and the EU on Wednesday. This decision will have no impact on the kingdom’s economic exchanges, said lawyer Genevra Forwood.
Morocco
Moroccan Tomato Exporters Boycott Russian Market Amid Trade Tensions
For this year’s campaign, several Moroccan tomato professionals have excluded the Russian market from exports. To avoid losses, they refused to export their product to this country, which they accuse of disguised protectionism.
Spain
Russia Extends Ban on European Produce, Boosting Moroccan Exports
Russia has just extended for one year its ban on European fruits and vegetables on its territory imposed since 2014. This measure, which penalizes countries like Spain which records losses estimated at 300 million euros, on the other hand benefits Morocco.
Morocco
Morocco Launches Culinary Campaign to Boost US Exports
Morocco has just launched a major communication campaign in the United States supported by a temporary showroom. This operation, which will take place in the Hudson Yards Public Square & Gardens, aims to promote the exportable offer of the kingdom.