Morocco expects a strong rebound in grain production, with output forecast at around 90 million quintals for the 2025–2026 farming season, according to Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari.
He announced the figure during the opening of a high-level conference at the 18th edition of the International Exhibition of Agriculture in Morocco (SIAM) in Meknes, which runs until 28 April under the theme of animal production and food security.
El Bouari said recent rainfall across the country helped farmers plant around 3.9 million hectares of grain. He added that water levels have improved after several years of drought, giving the sector a much-needed boost.
He described the situation as a clear improvement for agriculture, with better weather conditions restoring confidence among farmers and improving prospects for the season ahead.
Agriculture plays a major role in Morocco, making up about 14% of the economy and employing nearly 40% of the workforce. Grain, especially wheat and barley, is a key part of both food supply and national economic stability.
Morocco often relies on imported wheat, so a stronger local harvest can reduce the need for foreign purchases and help protect the country from global price changes and supply disruptions.
Water reserves in dams have also started to recover in early 2026, which supports both grain farming and other irrigated crops like citrus fruits and olives.
The SIAM exhibition is now Africa’s largest farming trade fair. This year, discussions have focused on how Morocco can balance exports with feeding its own population, especially as climate change continues to affect rainfall patterns.
