In Morocco, 70% of the melon harvest has already been completed

Published 2024년 6월 12일

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Morocco and Spain are experiencing significant challenges in their melon production due to severe droughts and increased production costs. Morocco has seen a decrease in yields, leading to a drop in harvested tonnages despite an expansion in plantation areas. The Interprofessional Melon Association has indicated that 70% of the Moroccan melon harvest has been completed. Spain, on the other hand, has lost 40% of its melon cultivation areas in the past three years, attributed to factors such as land pressure, water scarcity, stricter environmental regulations, and rising production costs. Myriam Martineau, producer and president of the Interprofessional Melon Association in Morocco, has highlighted the industry's critical situation, with a particular focus on the water scarcity issue and the culture's impact on natural resources.

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As the summer season approaches, demand for Moroccan fruits on the European market remains very strong, particularly for melons. However, this year, Moroccan production is hit by a severe drought, reducing yields. According to the specialist portal FreshPlaza, the areas of melon plantations in Morocco increased by 90 hectares this year, reaching a total of 1,450 hectares. However, yields per hectare remain lower, oscillating between 15 and 18 tonnes, which leads to an overall drop in harvested tonnages. The Interprofessional Melon Association (AIM) indicated that 70% of the Moroccan melon harvest has already been completed. The big peak has passed, there is still 30% left for Marrakech and all of Kenitra, a representative of the association specified to the same source. Morocco is not alone in suffering the effects of drought. On the other side of the Strait of Gibraltar, Spain is experiencing continued erosion of its agricultural areas dedicated to melons. In three years, the ...

Source: Agrimaroc