Watermelon sells at 7 DH per kilo in Morocco
Published Jun 3, 2024
Tridge summary
The article highlights the impact of the ongoing drought and water restriction policies on agricultural production, particularly affecting watermelon prices. Rachid Benali, the president of the Moroccan Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development (COMADER), has pointed out the significant price increase of watermelons in the market, with a kilo now costing 7 DH, a figure that is unusually high for the season. The main watermelon-producing regions, including Zagora and Tata, are experiencing severe drought conditions, leading to a reduced supply and subsequently driving up prices due to the supply-demand dynamics.
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Original content
“It is obvious that this is one of the first consequences of the drought that we continue to experience this year and, in particular, water restriction policies for certain crops” confides Rachid Benali, president of the Moroccan Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development (COMADER) on Eco Inspirations regarding the rise in watermelon prices. Drought and water restrictions for some crops have caused watermelon prices to rise significantly. Currently, a kilo of watermelon sells for 7 DH, a high price for the ...
Source: Agrimaroc
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