Rabat – Ahmed Bouari, Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, assured on Thursday that national markets have a steady supply of agricultural products despite scarce rainfall.
Speaking after the government council meeting in Rabat, Bouari pointed out that dam reserves in major irrigated areas have dropped significantly for the third consecutive year.
“The water situation affects agriculture in these regions, which drive the sector and sustain rural employment,” he said.
Despite these conditions, agricultural activity continues, and market supply remains stable. The minister acknowledged farmers’ efforts in ensuring product availability.
To support them, the ministry introduced measures, including distributing and subsidizing selected autumn cereal seeds, as well as about 1.3 million quintals, and nearly 200,000 tons of nitrogen fertilizers.
El Bouari noted that poultry and egg production has increased from last year. The ministry intends to expand production while keeping prices affordable in the coming months.
He also referred to an initiative aimed at making fish more accessible during the holy month of Ramadan.
Earlier this year, Bouari led talks on price discrepancies between farm and slaughterhouse products and their costs in wholesale and retail markets.
Moroccans are voicing their concerns daily over rising food prices, which show no signs of easing, especially with Ramadan and Eid Al Adha just around the corner.
Staples like meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables have become super expensive, while the ongoing drought further strains household budgets, making it hard to make ends meet.