Agadir leads Moroccan fruit and vegetable export

Published Oct 6, 2022

Tridge summary

The Moroccan region of Souss-Massa, especially Agadir, has seen significant economic growth due to the Plan Maroc Vert and Génération Green initiatives, with horticulture accounting for 17.3% of the regional GDP. The area has expanded by 44% from 2008 to 2019, leading to a 29% increase in yield and setting a record in citrus exports. Despite challenges, exports have continued to rise, reaching 1,607,000 tons in the 2021-2022 season, with tomatoes and soft fruit seeing notable increases. Citrus exports also hit a record high, with small citrus exports increasing by 40% and orange exports by 42%.

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Original content

Horticulture is a real economic and social engine for the Moroccan region of Souss-Massa, which has undergone strong development under the impulse of the Plan Maroc Vert (PMV). The region, of which Agadir is the capital, is considered the largest vegetable and citrus growing area in the country. According to the website of the regional government, the fresh produce sector accounts for 17.3% of the regional GDP. According to data from the Moroccan Ministry of Agriculture, the agricultural and horticultural area in Souss-Massa covers 453,445 hectares, of which 174,862 hectares are irrigated and more than 108,000 hectares are equipped with drip irrigation systems. FreshPlaza walked through Agadir's Souk el Had market and saw a wide range of fruit and vegetables. In the picture a stall with watermelons, melons and pomegranates. With the Plan Maroc Vert 2008-2018 – which was followed by the ambitious Génération Green 2020-2030 – horticultural activity in the region has increased ...

Source: AGF