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Morocco World
3 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco's Lemon Revenues Reach $2.7 Million in First Half of 2024-2025 Season
Rabat – Morocco generated a revenue of $2.7 million from lemon exports, according to new data from the agriculture-focused outlet East Fruit. The revenues were made between the first half of the 2024-2025 season, during which Morocco exported 6,100 metric tons of lemons, the report detailed. 'This marks the highest export volume for the October-March period' since the 2020-2021 season, when Morocco witnessed a four-year decline in exports due to weather challenges. East Fruit stressed the importance of lemon as part of the top citrus exported produce in Morocco, behind mandarins and oranges. The peak of exports occurred in the 2019-2020 season, when exports reached 17,000 tons, seven times less than orange exports and 23 times less than mandarin exports, the report added. Morocco's citrus industry witnessed a major milestone. Foodex in April celebrated the country's entrance into Japan's most demanding market with the first container of Moroccan citrus fruits. The entry reflects the 'competitiveness of Moroccan agricultural products and internationally recognized expertise,' the same source said. In the 2021-2022 agricultural season, Morocco's citrus exports reached a record volume of 766,500 tons — an overall increase of 40% compared to the year before. This performance covered all exported citrus products, including berries. For the 2024-025 campaign in the Moulouya irrigated area in Berkane province, Morocco's citrus sector gears up to produce at least 192,3000 tons. All this amid challenging weather conditions due principally to climate change, water shortages, and lack of rainfall. Recent rainfall in March revived Morocco's water reserves, prompting Minister of Equipment Nizar Baraka to say that the country now has a capacity of potable water that will serve Moroccans for a year and a half.
Ya Biladi
3 days ago
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Morocco's lemon exports bounce back strongly in 2024/25 after four years of decline
Morocco's lemon export market is staging a strong comeback in the 2024/25 marketing year (MY), breaking a four-year downward trend, according to data compiled by EastFruit. Favorable weather and a global drop in lemon production, especially a 33% fall in Turkey's output, have paved the way. From October 2024 to March 2025, Morocco shipped 6,100 tons of lemons, generating $2.7 million—its best half-year volume since MY 2020/21, with earnings almost matching the entire previous year. Though lemons rank third after mandarins and oranges in Morocco's citrus exports, they remain crucial for market diversity and steady, year-round supply, thanks to less seasonal fluctuation. Since MY 2019/20, lemon exports shrank, hitting a low of 5,000 tons in MY 2023/24. The drop stemmed from severe droughts in 2022-23, logistical challenges restricting access to key markets like Russia, and intensified competition from Turkey in Europe. 2024's improved climate boosted production, while Turkey's sharp output decline reopened doors in traditional markets. Mauritania leads as the biggest buyer, taking over 40% of citrus exports in H1 MY 2024/25. The UK market is growing fast, and exports to Russia and Canada resumed after interruptions. France and the Netherlands are also seeing renewed Moroccan lemon shipments. This trend is also boosted by Morocco's expansion to other markets : after two years, shipments to the US restarted; Sweden after four years; and new markets like Latvia and Kazakhstan received first shipments.
Ya Biladi
03-05-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Morocco sets new record in tomato exports to Norway, surging by 37.9%
Morocco has recorded a significant increase in tomato exports to Norway during the current season, according to EastFruit. Between July 2024 and March 2025, Morocco exported a total of 5,000 tons of tomatoes to Norway, marking a 37.9% increase compared to the same period in the previous season and a 28.9% rise compared to the total annual volume of the last season. This achievement sets a seasonal record for tomato exports to Norway, underscoring Morocco's growing status as a leading global supplier. Since 2021, Morocco has ranked among the world's top three tomato exporters. Tomatoes are the cornerstone of the country's fruit and vegetable exports, both in volume and revenue. Major markets such as France, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands value Moroccan tomatoes for their high quality and competitive prices. Although the Norwegian market is relatively small, its importance is growing—particularly during the winter months when demand for imported tomatoes peaks. Morocco supplies tomatoes to Norway year-round, with peak shipments occurring between November and March. January of this season saw exports reach 1,150 tons—the highest monthly volume ever recorded for the Norwegian market. Morocco currently ranks third among tomato suppliers to Norway, following Spain and the Netherlands, which together accounted for nearly 70% of Norway's tomato imports during the 2023/2024 season. However, exports from these two countries are declining, while Morocco's presence in the Norwegian market continues to grow. In the 2019/2020 season, Moroccan tomatoes made up just 6% of the market share, which rose to 22% in 2022/2023 and exceeded 29% during the first nine months of the 2024/2025 season. With three months remaining in the current season, Morocco appears on track to set a new export record and may even surpass the Netherlands to become Norway's second-largest tomato supplier.
Ya Biladi
03-05-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan clementine exports surge 13% amid global market expansion and improved conditions
Morocco's exports of clementines have recovered after a decline in 2022, according to a report by EastFruit. The Moroccan Exchange Office recorded exports of 436,000 tons of clementines valued at 369 million dollars during the period from July 2024 to February 2025, representing an increase of 13.3% compared to the same period in the 2022/2023 season, and an 11.3% rise compared to the entire 2023/2024 season. The main export season for Moroccan clementines runs from November to February, coinciding with increased demand for citrus fruits during the holiday season. In the 2024/2025 season, Morocco exported 94,000 tons in November and 122,300 tons in December 2024. Clementines are a key pillar of Morocco's export sector, ranking second only to tomatoes. Morocco is classified among the top five clementine-exporting countries globally, although droughts in 2022 and 2023 negatively impacted crops and export volumes. The crisis in 2023 led to the export of clementines containing less than 50% juice. The recovery in the 2024/2025 season is attributed to improved climatic conditions and the adoption of drip irrigation techniques. The U.S. Department of Agriculture expects Morocco's clementine production to reach 1.1 million tons in the 2024/2025 season, an increase of 16% compared to the 2023/2024 season, with exports expected to reach 500,000 tons. Russia, the United States, and Canada are the main markets, with Russia importing 88,200 tons, while Canada's imports increased by 8% to reach 65,800 tons. European markets such as the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and France are also experiencing significant growth. Morocco continues to expand its export markets, with the number of importing countries rising from 58 in the 2023/2024 season to 61 in the 2024/2025 season. Emerging markets include Germany, South Africa, Lithuania, Guinea, Brazil, and Belgium. Germany and Lithuania have doubled their imports, while Belgium and Brazil recorded stable growth. Despite this positive momentum, challenges remain, such as competition with Spain and Turkey, and the impacts of climate change, highlighting the need to adopt sustainable agricultural practices.
Ya Biladi
02-05-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan clementine exports surge 13% amid global market expansion and improved conditions
Morocco's exports of clementines have recovered after a decline in 2022, according to a report by EastFruit. The Moroccan Exchange Office recorded exports of 436,000 tons of clementines valued at 369 million dollars during the period from July 2024 to February 2025, representing an increase of 13.3% compared to the same period in the 2022/2023 season, and an 11.3% rise compared to the entire 2023/2024 season. The main export season for Moroccan clementines runs from November to February, coinciding with increased demand for citrus fruits during the holiday season. In the 2024/2025 season, Morocco exported 94,000 tons in November and 122,300 tons in December 2024. Clementines are a key pillar of Morocco's export sector, ranking second only to tomatoes. Morocco is classified among the top five clementine-exporting countries globally, although droughts in 2022 and 2023 negatively impacted crops and export volumes. The crisis in 2023 led to the export of clementines containing less than 50% juice. The recovery in the 2024/2025 season is attributed to improved climatic conditions and the adoption of drip irrigation techniques. The U.S. Department of Agriculture expects Morocco's clementine production to reach 1.1 million tons in the 2024/2025 season, an increase of 16% compared to the 2023/2024 season, with exports expected to reach 500,000 tons. Russia, the United States, and Canada are the main markets, with Russia importing 88,200 tons, while Canada's imports increased by 8% to reach 65,800 tons. European markets such as the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and France are also experiencing significant growth. Morocco continues to expand its export markets, with the number of importing countries rising from 58 in the 2023/2024 season to 61 in the 2024/2025 season. Emerging markets include Germany, South Africa, Lithuania, Guinea, Brazil, and Belgium. Germany and Lithuania have doubled their imports, while Belgium and Brazil recorded stable growth. Despite this positive momentum, challenges remain, such as competition with Spain and Turkey, and the impacts of climate change, highlighting the need to adopt sustainable agricultural practices.
