Rabat, November 11, 2024 – Vegetable prices in Moroccan markets have witnessed a notable increase in recent weeks, triggering a wave of discontent among consumers.
According to field monitoring, prices of tomatoes, potatoes, and turnips ranged between six and seven dirhams per kilogram, while green beans reached 20 dirhams per kilogram.
In a press statement, a sector professional confirmed this increase, explaining that the prices of most vegetables recorded an increase of about two dirhams, despite recent rainfall in the Kingdom.
This price surge has sparked angry reactions on social media platforms, where citizens expressed their dissatisfaction, calling on relevant authorities to intervene to control prices and protect the purchasing power of Moroccan citizens.
This increase comes at a time when citizens are facing growing economic challenges, adding more pressure on Moroccan household budgets.