Recent rainfall across multiple regions of Morocco since Thursday night has sparked hope for a prosperous agricultural season, raising expectations for a positive outcome leading up to Ramadan.
Forecasts suggest these rains could alleviate market prices just weeks before the holy month.
According to the General Directorate of Meteorology, the anticipation of rain until Sunday has bolstered confidence in theseforecasts.
Farmers, amidst these showers, are expressing optimism, foreseeing significant impacts on supply and market prices.
The timely arrival of rains is expected to mitigate the severity of drought’s effects on the agricultural sector, albeit temporarily.
Riyad Ouhtita, a farmer and expert in agriculture, told Hespress Ar that this rainfall plays a fundamental role in enhancing productivity and ensuring abundant supplies for Ramadan.
Ouhtita explained that this will result in providing agricultural products at reasonable prices, especially amidst trade challenges with Mauritania and potential tariff increases from the European Union.
“The European Union is nearing an increase in tariffs in order to minimize internal competition. These contexts are encouraging to market high-quality products that were destined for export in Morocco and make them available to Moroccans,” said Ouhtita.
Ouhtita further added that this rainfall will drastically conctribute to filling dams, reinforcing water resources, and countering drought’s impact.
With Ramadan approaching, the expert expects markets to witness abundance, particularly in vegetables and fruits. However, concerns arise regarding the potential impact of low temperatures on crop ripening.
“The rainfall will also affect crops like grains, which have grown by around 30%. However, there’s concern that these showers might come with low temperatures, impacting the ripening of the produce,” said Ouhtita.
On his part, Hassan Aderdour, farmer and president of the Professional Federation of Vegetable and Fruit Producers and Exporters in Morocco, said that this rainfall is expected to have positive repercussions on supply and prices.
Aderdour described the rainfall as a blessing, reducing the burden of irrigation and potentially boosting overall agricultural production.
While specific data on the rainfall’s impact is yet to be determined, Aderdour stressed the priority of ensuring food security for Moroccans, especially during Ramadan.
Aderdour stressed the importance of exports, as it has many benefits for the national economy. “But today, the priority is given to achieving food security for Moroccans, especially in a spiritual context that holds significant importance in all of our hearts: the month of Ramadan,” he added.
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