Tridge summary
A recent article highlights the complex relationship between Spain and Morocco in agricultural trade, focusing on the significant increase in imports of Moroccan fruits and vegetables since a free trade agreement was implemented in 2012. Despite this agreement and the compliance with European Union's health and safety regulations by Morocco, Spanish consumers express distrust towards Moroccan produce, driven by misinformation and concerns about pesticide use. This distrust is despite the fact that alerts about Moroccan products are not more frequent or serious than those from other countries. The article discusses the economic implications for Spanish farmers, including reduced prices due to oversupply, and the need for adaptation to competition. It also mentions the benefits Moroccan presence brings to Spanish companies in terms of lower production costs and innovation.
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Original content
Moroccan strawberries arouse distrust among Spanish consumers, fueled by a wave of misinformation. Despite health alerts and trade tensions, the reality of the agricultural sector between Morocco and Spain is often distorted, creating a climate of mistrust for the Spanish consumer. Disinformation as a commercial weapon. A historic commercial partnership. Since 2012, the European Union and Morocco have had a free trade agreement on agricultural and fishing products. This agreement made it possible to reduce customs duties, favoring Moroccan imports. According to the Spanish Federation of Associations of Producers-Exporters (Fepex), imports of Moroccan fruits and vegetables have quadrupled since the signing of the agreement, marking a significant development in commercial relations. The latest example, a health alert, quickly dismissed by the RASFF, caused a stir among the Iberian neighbor. Health concerns regarding Moroccan products are not new, but they have been exacerbated by ...
Source: Agrimaroc
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