Rabat – According to a report by the Spanish Federation of Fruit and Vegetable Producers and Exporters (FEPEX), Morocco solidified its position as Spain’s leading supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables in 2024.
Imports from Morocco reached €801 million by October last year, marking a 13% growth compared to the same period in the previous year.
This notes Morocco’s increasing dominance in Spain’s agricultural trade, as the country supplies a wide range of fruits and vegetables to meet growing demand.
Between January and October 2024, Spain’s total imports of fresh produce amounted to €4.087 billion, with Morocco contributing 20% of this total.
The value of imports from non-EU countries stood at €2.696 billion, making up 66% of the overall imports.
Morocco leads this category by far, with the second-largest supplier, Peru, contributing €501 million, less than half of Morocco’s imports.
The success of Moroccan products in Spain’s market is largely attributed to geographical proximity and ever-evolving trade relations. Another reason is fthe avorable climate, which allows for the year-round supply of fruits and vegetables.
As Spain faces increasing demand for fresh produce, Morocco positioned itself as a reliable and competitive partner, benefiting from strong logistical connections and established trade networks.
While other countries like France and Portugal also contribute to Spain’s fruit and vegetable imports, Morocco’s growth signals a strengthening of trade relations between the two countries.
As Spain’s reliance on non-EU suppliers grows, Morocco’s role in Spain’s agricultural supply chain will likely continue to expand, marking a key development in the broader trade dynamics between Europe and Africa.
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