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Morocco is planning to expand its red fruit export markets by entering China, as confirmed by Mohamed Al Amouri, president of Interproberries Maroc. The country is waiting for Chinese officials to finalize a bilateral agreement on phytosanitary control and certification standards, expected in December, to allow exports to China starting from 2025. Currently, the European Union and the UK account for about 90% of Moroccan red fruit exports in both volume and value. In 2023, China imported over $280.5 million worth of red fruits, primarily blueberries, mainly from Peru and Chile. Morocco's red fruit industry, which generated over $766.8 million in exports in 2023, mainly from blueberries, could benefit significantly from access to the Chinese market, reinforcing Morocco's position as a key player in global agriculture.
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Morocco, the African leader in the export of red fruits, continues to diversify its international outlets by now targeting the gigantic Chinese market. This ambition was confirmed by Mohamed Al Amouri, president of the Moroccan Interprofessional Federation of Red Fruits (Interproberries Maroc), during an interview with the local media LeDesk on November 15. Moroccan authorities are awaiting the visit of their Chinese counterparts next December to finalize a bilateral agreement on phytosanitary control and certification standards. This agreement, once ratified, would pave the way for the export of Moroccan red fruits to China, with a start planned for the beginning of 2025. To date, the European Union and the United Kingdom monopolize around 90% of Moroccan red fruit exports in volume and value. However, the sector is seeking to reduce this dependence on traditional markets, while capitalizing on the growth potential represented by the Asian market. In 2023, China imported more ...
Source: Agrimaroc
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