Morocco Leads African Countries in Food Self-Sufficiency Indicators
A recent international report published by “Nature Food” has revealed Morocco’s ranking among the top fifty countries globally in terms of food self-sufficiency, particularly in fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, and legumes. The report evaluated 186 countries and compared the production of seven major food groups with local population needs.
The report highlighted Morocco’s progress on the African continent, thanks to its ability to produce sufficient quantities of fresh food to meet national demand. This reflects the effectiveness of the local agricultural sector despite climatic challenges and weak infrastructure. The study emphasized that locally produced fruits, vegetables, and legumes significantly contribute to achieving national food security.
The report noted that Morocco, alongside countries like Tunisia, Cameroon, and Malawi, enjoys an ample production of fruits that covers a substantial portion of local consumption. Furthermore, local production of vegetables and legumes serves as a key support in reducing dependence on imports in these sectors.
The report explained that an index exceeding 100% indicates a surplus in production, while a lower index signifies reliance on imports, pushing Morocco towards greater food independence. It called on the country to continue developing its agricultural chains and to enhance investments in the sector to ensure sustainable self-sufficiency in the future.
In conclusion, the report emphasized that these results are the fruit of ongoing efforts by Morocco to reform the agricultural sector and improve local production, making it a reference model in Africa in addressing climate and economic challenges related to food security.
