As Eid al-Adha approaches, livestock markets across Morocco are gradually filling up again, with prices ranging from around 50 dirhams per kilogram for some goat breeds to as much as 75 dirhams per kilogram for larger sheep, while average livestock prices in some regions stand between 2,000 and 3,100 dirhams.
As Eid al-Adha approaches, prices of charcoal (lfakher) have sharply increased in several Moroccan markets, due to rising demand, speculation, and distribution issues. Consumer advocates are calling on authorities to strengthen market oversight and protect consumers from unjustified price hikes.
The prickly pear, once dubbed the «fruit of the poor» in Morocco, now faces soaring prices due to a persistent crisis fueled by the devastating cochineal insect and dwindling production. As local farmers grapple with these challenges, experts like Zouhair Sabir highlight the urgent need for stronger state support and strategic market solutions to stabilize this vital sector.
Restrictions on tomato exports, particularly to African markets, along with the end of the EU quota period, have driven prices down sharply in Morocco’s local market. The decision was taken to stabilize the local market after a season marked by disease outbreaks and storm-related damage to greenhouses.
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