فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Farmers in the Fez-Meknes region are eagerly anticipating the start of the olive harvest season, expected to begin in mid-October, amid clear optimism about increased yields compared to previous years.
In various statements to Le360, farmers from the Al-Ajajra community in Moulay Yacoub province expressed confidence in this season, affirming that early indicators point to good productivity compared to past seasons. Ahmed Al-Suhaimi explained that recent rainfall has revitalized crops, which is expected to positively affect olive oil prices in favor of both farmers and consumers. Likewise, Anwar Al-Jazouli indicated that the climatic conditions surrounding the 2025 season promise higher yields and better quality production than previous years.
Experts in the sector confirm that olive cultivation remains the leading fruit tree crop in Morocco, covering about 65% of the total area dedicated to fruit tree planting, with the current season expected to reinforce Morocco’s position as one of the foremost producers of olives and olive oil in the Mediterranean region.
In this context, Abdullah Al-Ziani, Vice President of the Agricultural Chamber of Fez-Meknes, stated that the current agricultural season is anticipated to witness a notable rise in olive production, not only in the Fez-Meknes region but nationwide.
Al-Ziani attributed this to rainfall at the end of winter and beginning of spring, along with improved irrigation and care conditions on many farms, in addition to ongoing training sessions that support farmers, all contributing to enhanced productivity of fruit trees and better crop quality.
Preliminary estimates suggest a production increase ranging between 30% and 75% compared to last season, depending on the nature of the agricultural areas (irrigated or rain-fed). This rise is expected to positively impact prices after two seasons of high costs, during which the price per liter exceeded 120 MAD in some markets.
According to Al-Ziani, prices may see a significant decline this year, stabilizing between 50 and 60 MAD per liter, which is beneficial for both farmers and consumers by providing high-quality local products at reasonable prices.
Despite widespread optimism, there remains some limited concern about the impact of certain climatic factors on crop quality in specific areas of the region. However, overall indicators point to a promising season that will boost production in Fez-Meknes, support stability in the national market, and enhance the reputation of Moroccan olive oil in regional and international markets.
