Morocco forecasts 180,000 tonnes of dates
The agriculture minister announced the 2026-2027 harvest projection at an event in Erfoud.
Morocco's national date production is expected to reach approximately 180,000 tonnes for the 2026-2027 agricultural season. This forecast was announced by the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, and Food Sovereignty, Khalid Hatimy, on Wednesday in Erfoud, Errachidia province.
Hatimy shared the projection with reporters on the sidelines of the 15th edition of a local event. The minister's statement provides an official outlook for the upcoming date harvest.
The agricultural campaign figures were released during a period of focus on food production. The ministry's announcement offers a specific target for the country's date output.
Why it mattersMoroccan farmers are directly affected by the projected 180,000 tonnes of date production for the 2026-2027 season.