فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
In a remarkable development, the Meghraoua community, located in the heart of the Taza province mountains in Morocco, has witnessed a notable economic and social revival, thanks to the expansion of almond tree cultivation. This dry fruit, which was previously relatively marginalized in the region, has now become a major driver of development in this remote part of the country.
A local source reported that almond cultivation has opened new horizons for the region’s inhabitants, providing them with economic opportunities that were not available before. He added, “Almonds have transformed from just a secondary crop to a main source of income for many families here.”
It’s worth noting that this positive transformation is not limited to the economic aspect alone but extends to include the social aspect as well. Almond cultivation has contributed to reducing the phenomenon of rural migration that the region was suffering from, as young people found in this agricultural activity an attractive alternative to moving to cities in search of job opportunities.
In a statement by one of the local farmers, he said, “A few years ago, I was seriously thinking about leaving my village and moving to the city. But now, with the prosperity of almond cultivation, I see a promising future here in my hometown.”
It’s noteworthy that the success of the almond cultivation experience in Meghraoua has caught the attention of officials and agricultural experts, who are studying the possibility of replicating this experience in other mountainous areas facing similar economic challenges.
In conclusion, the success story of almond cultivation in the Taza mountains remains a vivid example of how local resources can be transformed into an engine for sustainable development, opening the door to new development prospects in remote areas of Morocco.
