RABAT, July 29 – Morocco’s agri-food exports generated MAD 86.2 billion ($9.1 billion) in revenue in 2025, marking a 38% increase from nearly MAD 62 billion ($6.6 billion) recorded in 2020, underscoring the sector’s growing contribution to the country’s export economy.
The figures were announced following the 2026 Board of Directors meeting of Morocco Foodex, the country’s Autonomous Establishment for the Control and Coordination of Exports, chaired by Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests Ahmed El Bouari.
According to the ministry, the latest performance confirms the agri-food sector as Morocco’s third-largest source of foreign currency earnings, accounting for nearly 18% of the country’s total exports.
Export volumes also continued their upward trajectory, reaching 4.7 million tonnes in 2025. This represents an increase of 9% compared with 2020 and 49% above the level recorded in 2015, reflecting the expanding presence of Moroccan agricultural and food products across international markets.
Despite the overall growth, several export segments faced pressure during the 2025 to 2026 agricultural season due to adverse weather conditions.
Citrus exports declined to 553,000 tonnes, representing a 12% decrease from the 626,000 tonnes shipped during the previous season, as extreme weather reduced production and exportable supplies.
Market garden products, particularly tomatoes, also recorded lower export volumes during the campaign.
Speaking at the board meeting, Ahmed El Bouari highlighted Morocco Foodex’s role in strengthening the competitiveness of the country’s agricultural, agri-food and fisheries exports.
According to El Bouari, the institution continues to support exporters through technical quality control, regulatory and market intelligence, export promotion, and assistance aimed at helping Moroccan products meet international standards and expand their presence in global markets.
The minister also commended the efforts of Morocco Foodex staff, producers, exporters and industry partners for contributing to the sector’s continued growth.
He stressed the importance of maintaining a balance between meeting domestic market demand and expanding exports, while continuing efforts to diversify export destinations and increase shipment volumes.
El Bouari further called for greater support for new exporters, young entrepreneurs and startups, aligning with the objectives of Morocco’s Generation Green 2020 to 2030 strategy, which seeks to enhance agricultural competitiveness and strengthen the country’s position in international markets.
The latest figures reinforce the importance of the agri-food sector to Morocco’s economy, highlighting its growing role in export diversification, foreign exchange generation and long-term agricultural development despite increasing climate-related challenges.
