Moroccan potato exports have experienced a significant boost during the recent agricultural season, particularly after the lifting of export restrictions to West Africa, according to recent data from the specialized platform EastFruit.
Between July 2024 and May 2025, Morocco exported a total of 42,900 tons of potatoes, generating approximately $14.9 million in revenue. This marks a 570% increase compared to the previous season.
This improvement is primarily attributed to the end of the export ban to West Africa, which was implemented in March 2023 and replaced by a quota system in February 2024. This decision facilitated the resumption of exports to countries such as Mauritania and Mali, which now account for nearly half of Morocco’s total potato exports.
In the European market, Spain remains one of the main importers of Moroccan potatoes, along with France, Portugal, and Senegal, which have increased their import rates.
Moroccan potato exports typically peak during two key periods: from July to September and from February to April.
As Moroccan potato exports soar, questions arise domestically regarding the impact of this export surge on the purchasing power of Moroccan consumers, particularly amid rising food prices in recent years.
Local consumers fear a potential increase in potato prices in the coming weeks due to a possible reduction in domestic supply in favor of external markets.
Concerns persist that local supply may diminish, especially during periods when international markets experience high import demand, potentially leading to higher prices domestically.
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