Agadir – Morocco and France have launched the Joint Agricultural Committee to address shared challenges in agriculture through innovation, knowledge exchange, and sustainable practices.
The committee marks a new step in reinforcing bilateral cooperation during the 18th edition of the International Agricultural Show of Morocco (SIAM), held in Meknes.
“At the International Agricultural Show of Morocco (SIAM) in Meknes, Africa’s largest agricultural gathering, France and Morocco are moving forward together,” said Annie Genevard, France’s Minister of Agriculture.
“At France’s Pavilion, I reconnected with our companies, our regions, and operators who came not just to exhibit, but above all to build: partnerships, shared value chains, forward-looking projects,” the French minister added.
“We also launched, alongside Minister Ahmed El Bouari, the Franco-Moroccan Joint Agricultural Committee,” she announced on Tuesday.
This announcement came during a meeting co-chaired by Ahmed El Bouari, Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, and Genevard, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation across key sectors, including livestock farming, scientific research, training, food safety, and the development of agricultural value chains.
The French delegation expressed appreciation for Morocco’s hospitality and the quality of exchanges during the event, emphasizing that the partnership offers long-term opportunities for both countries.
“Thank you to Morocco and the Ministry of Agriculture for their warm welcome and these exchanges. This partnership is an opportunity for both our countries and for generations to come,” Genevard stated.
During the second day of SIAM, El Bouari showcased the growth of the sector in his opening speech.
The minister emphasized that livestock plays a central role in national agricultural policy under the “Green Generation 2020-2030” strategy, noting its importance as both an economic and strategic pillar.
According to official data presented at the conference, animal production accounts for around 35% of Morocco’s agricultural GDP and supports nearly 1.2 million breeders, highlighting its weight in rural livelihoods and national food supply.