The 10th edition of the National Grand Prize for Agricultural and Rural Press awarded ten journalists on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Meknès, Morocco. The ceremony was held under the presidency of the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, Ahmed El Bouari, according to the official SIAM website.
The awards were presented during the 16th edition of the International Agricultural Show of Morocco (SIAM), which took place from April 21 to 26, 2026, in Meknès. The competition recognized outstanding contributions in agricultural and rural journalism across various categories.
Winners included journalists from print, online, and broadcast media, covering topics such as sustainable agriculture, rural development, and food security. The prize aims to encourage quality reporting on agricultural issues and highlight the sector's importance to Morocco's economy.
Minister Ahmed El Bouari emphasized the role of the press in promoting agricultural innovation and informing the public about rural development challenges. The event was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture in partnership with professional journalism associations.
