Morocco Surpasses the United States in Imports of Spanish Agricultural Products
This year, Morocco has emerged as one of the leading markets for Spanish agricultural and food products, outperforming the United States, according to an economic report released by the research unit of CaixaBank. The report indicates that Morocco has climbed to the ninth position globally among destinations for Spanish exports, ranking second outside the European Union, just after China.
The report clarifies that Morocco accounted for 2.4% of Spain’s total agricultural and food exports, equivalent to approximately €1.8 billion and nearly 890,000 tons of goods. These figures reflect a qualitative shift in trade relations between the two countries and highlight the growing importance of the Moroccan market for Spanish exporters.
This development occurs amid pressures on the Spanish agricultural sector from climate challenges and rising protectionist sentiments in numerous global markets, making it strategically necessary to diversify trading partners. In this context, Morocco stands out as a key partner with a geographical location and logistical proximity that provide competitive advantages for Spanish exports.
In terms of overall performance, Spain ranks fourth in Europe and eighth globally in food and agricultural exports, recording a trade surplus exceeding €18 billion in 2024. Notably, the first half of 2025 has seen significant growth thanks to improved production following years of drought, with exported quantities increasing by 5% and value rising by about 5.6%.
