فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Recently, Moroccan markets have seen an unprecedented rise in onion prices, with the price of one kilogram of dry (red) onions in wholesale markets exceeding 8 dirhams, while in some retail markets, it has reached 12 dirhams. This price hike has made onions a staple that adds an extra financial burden on Moroccan families, especially those with limited income.
According to statements from several farmers in the El Hajeb region to a local media outlet, the rise in prices is due to a decrease in production during this time of the year. The production of dry onions is limited to the months of July and September, while the currently sold dry onions are stored to meet market demands during the months without production.
Farmers explained that the losses incurred from storage and transportation expenses are among the main reasons for the significant price increase during the months of March and April. They also pointed out that they do not control the final price of the product, as the harvest is sold to intermediaries and speculators at prices ranging from 50 to 80 centimes per kilogram for small farmers, and from 1.50 to 2 dirhams for larger farmers. Meanwhile, onions are sold in markets at prices that are up to five times what the farmers receive, raising questions about the role of intermediaries in setting final prices and the disparity in profits, as farmers suffer losses despite their efforts in farming.
This situation highlights the urgent need for intervention by the relevant authorities to regulate prices and protect both farmers and consumers, ensuring greater transparency in price determination at all stages of onion marketing.
Source: Fes News Media
