Morocco Approves First Olive Oil Imports from Brazil

Morocco has shifted its olive oil imports from Spain and Tunisia to Brazil, strengthening the already robust economic and trade ties between the two countries. This move comes as Brazil is the primary supplier of beef and poultry to Morocco, aiming to expand its influence in the Moroccan market. Despite the short-term benefits of importing Brazilian olive oil, such as easing supply tensions and reducing price pressures, Morocco's olive oil industry confronts long-term challenges due to frequent droughts and water depletion, necessitating a strategic shift in agricultural practices to secure its place in the global olive oil market and achieve self-sufficiency at home.