فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Amid the challenging economic and social conditions affecting many Moroccan families, questions have been raised regarding the measures taken to support farmers and protect small-scale livestock breeders. This concern has intensified following the wise royal decision to cancel the ritual sacrifice for this year.
In this context, Rachid Hammouni, the president of the Progress and Socialism parliamentary group in the House of Representatives, has submitted a written question to the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests. He inquired about the government’s measures to safeguard this vulnerable group, particularly in light of the economic and climatic challenges that have directly impacted the agricultural sector.
Hammouni highlighted in his letter that the decision to cancel the ritual sacrifice was made with consideration for the difficult living conditions of citizens. However, this decision coincided with significant gains for major livestock importers due to the rise in sheep prices. As a result, they benefited without any clear government support, while ordinary citizens faced soaring costs, similar to what happened during Eid al-Adha in 2024.
The parliamentary representative also pointed out that rural areas are currently experiencing a severe drought, which has had a detrimental effect on small breeders who primarily rely on livestock as their main source of income. He stressed that the absence of clear compensation measures could worsen the social and economic crisis in rural regions and even push many small-scale farmers towards bankruptcy.
Hammouni called on the Ministry of Agriculture to expedite the implementation of tangible support programs for this vulnerable group. He urged the government to provide effective economic alternatives and take urgent action to navigate this critical phase. Furthermore, he emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach that ensures the sustainability of agricultural activities while protecting small and medium-sized breeders from the risks posed by economic and climatic fluctuations.
All eyes are now on the government as the public awaits concrete measures to safeguard vulnerable groups in the agricultural sector, especially amid the current challenges threatening food security and social stability in Morocco.
Source: Fes News Media
