Moroccan markets are grappling with a sharp rise in vegetable prices, a trend that has intensified over the past week. According to industry professionals, this surge is driven by a combination of factors, including a persistent cold snap, reduced local supply, and increased exports to Europe and Africa.
The daily Al Ahdath Al Maghribia reported on January 16, 2025, that tomato prices have soared to 10 dirhams per kilogram, with premium varieties fetching even higher prices in upscale markets in Casablanca. Other staples like potatoes are selling at 7 dirhams, peppers at 8 dirhams, and onions, carrots, and eggplants at around 6 dirhams.
A trader at the Casablanca wholesale market explained that the unusually low temperatures in January have considerably slowed the ripening of vegetables, leading to a constrained supply. “The persistent drought, coupled with irrigation restrictions in several regions, is exacerbating the situation,” he added.
local production, particularly in the El Jadida region—onc a primary supplier to Casablanca—has declined. This has shifted the burden of supply to the Souss region. However, much of souss’s output is earmarked for export, where higher prices help producers offset rising production costs and water scarcity challenges.
This price surge follows months of relative stability and underscores the structural challenges facing Morocco’s agricultural sector. Between climate-related disruptions and the pressures of international trade, the industry is navigating a complex landscape.
| Vegetable | Price (Dirhams/kg) |
|—————|————————|
| Tomatoes | 10 |
| Potatoes | 7 |
| Peppers | 8 |
| Onions | 6 |
| Carrots | 6 |
| Eggplants | 6 |
The situation highlights the delicate balance between domestic needs and export opportunities, and also the urgent need for lasting solutions to mitigate the impact of climate change on agriculture. For more insights into the dynamics of Morocco’s wholesale markets, explore the latest updates on Casablanca’s market trends.
Moroccan markets are currently facing a sharp rise in vegetable prices, a trend that has intensified over the past week. This surge is attributed to a combination of factors, including a persistent cold snap, reduced local supply, and increased exports to Europe and Africa.The daily *Al Ahdath Al Maghribia* reported on January 16, 2025, that tomato prices have soared to 10 dirhams per kilogram, with premium varieties fetching even higher prices in upscale markets in Casablanca. Other staples like potatoes are selling at 7 dirhams, peppers at 8 dirhams, and onions, carrots, and eggplants at around 6 dirhams [1].
A trader at the Casablanca wholesale market explained that the unusually low temperatures in January have considerably slowed the ripening of vegetables, leading to a constrained supply. The persistent drought, coupled with irrigation restrictions in several regions, is exacerbating the situation. Local production, particularly in the El Jadida region—once a primary supplier to Casablanca—has declined.This has shifted the burden of supply to the Souss region.However, much of Souss’s output is earmarked for export, where higher prices help producers offset rising production costs and water scarcity challenges [1].
This price surge follows months of relative stability and underscores the structural challenges facing Morocco’s agricultural sector. Between climate-related disruptions and the pressures of international trade, the industry is navigating a complex landscape. The situation highlights the delicate balance between domestic needs and export opportunities, and also the urgent need for lasting solutions to mitigate the impact of climate change on agriculture.For more insights into the dynamics of Morocco’s wholesale markets, explore the latest updates on [2].
