Morocco launches 2026-2027 farm season targeting higher output
Minister Khalid Hatimi announced plans to boost production, create jobs, and strengthen food security during the season's launch in Béni Mellal-Khénifra.
Morocco officially began its 2026-2027 agricultural season on Saturday in the Béni Mellal-Khénifra region. Agriculture Minister Khalid Hatimi announced plans to increase production, generate jobs, and enhance national food security during the launch event.
The season's kickoff included a visit to agricultural projects in Béni Mellal and Fquih Ben Salah provinces. Hatimi stated that the new season aims for higher productivity and added value for farmers and consumers, while also creating sustainable employment opportunities. He acknowledged that climate change and rising input costs necessitate modernized approaches to sector management.
The ministry has implemented measures to secure agricultural inputs, develop production chains, and modernize irrigation. The delegation visited a women's cooperative processing spices and cereals, and a center for distributing certified seeds to farmers.
Why it mattersMoroccan farmers will benefit from measures to secure inputs, access certified seeds, and modernize irrigation systems for the new agricultural season.