French associations attack Moroccan tomatoes; the Moroccan Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development intervenes

There was widespread anger among Moroccan exporters because members affiliated with French agricultural associations attacked trucks loaded with Moroccan tomatoes in France. The Moroccan Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development (Comadir) denounced these actions that contradict the laws and trade agreements between Morocco and the European Union. According to Comadir, Moroccan tomatoes were attacked on the 16th. In May 2024, there was an attack in the city of Perpignan by people affiliated with three French agricultural associations. The matter was related to the National Federation of Fruit and Vegetable Producers, the “France Vegetables” organization, and the “Young Farmers” organization. These organizations attacked Moroccan tomatoes under the pretext of competing with their counterparts in the French market under She described what she described as “the peak of French production,” at the same time calling for “clearer signs for French consumers.” The Moroccan ...