In 2026, Morocco implemented a significant tariff increase on sheep imports from Spain and Portugal, setting a 200% customs duty. This measure aims to shield domestic livestock producers from foreign competition, according to official statements.
The decision, reported by Moroccan media, reflects ongoing trade tensions between Rabat and Madrid. The tariff is part of a broader strategy to boost local agricultural self-sufficiency and reduce reliance on imports.
Algeria, a regional rival, has reportedly benefited from the situation by increasing its own agricultural exports to markets previously served by Spain. However, no official data confirms the extent of this shift.
Spanish agricultural officials have expressed concern over the tariff, calling for dialogue to resolve the dispute. The European Union, which includes Spain and Portugal, has not yet formally responded to the Moroccan measure.
