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Morocco’s agriculture plays a critical role in its national economy, contributing significantly to GDP and providing livelihoods for rural populations. However, the sector faces growing environmental pressures, including water scarcity, desertification, and more frequent extreme weather events, largely intensified by the semi-arid climate. These challenges threaten food security, agricultural productivity, and rural stability. In response, Morocco has adopted regenerative agriculture as a key pillar of its development strategies, particularly through the “Plan Maroc Vert” and “Generation Green 2020–2030.” These initiatives aim to promote sustainability, enhance climate resilience, and ensure long-term food security by integrating eco-friendly practices and advanced technologies.
Major progress is being made in areas such as the use of biological control agents to replace chemical pesticides, organic waste valorization through composting and anaerobic digestion, and the adoption of precision agriculture tools, gene editing, and nanotechnology. These efforts are supported by strong academic-industry collaborations and international partnerships. The transition to regenerative agriculture has shown positive economic and environmental impacts, including increased crop yields, reduced input costs, improved soil health, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity preservation. Nevertheless, key challenges persist, such as high implementation costs, limited access to modern tools for smallholder farmers, and the need for more localized research and supportive policy frameworks. This study underscores the importance of reinforcing R&D, improving farmer access to finance and training, and fostering inclusive partnerships to accelerate Morocco’s shift toward sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.
