Morocco's ambitious agricultural strategy, Génération Green (2020-2030), aims to transform the sector into a regional leader. However, a significant obstacle has emerged: the lack of modern post-harvest storage facilities. According to a 2023 report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), post-harvest losses in Morocco for fruits and vegetables can reach up to 30% due to inadequate cold storage and logistics.
This infrastructure gap undermines the strategy's goals of increasing agricultural exports and improving food security. The Moroccan government has acknowledged the issue, with the Ministry of Agriculture launching programs to support the construction of cold storage units and improve supply chain efficiency. A 2024 study by the Moroccan Institute for Agricultural Research (INRA) highlighted that smallholder farmers are most affected, lacking access to affordable storage solutions.
Despite these challenges, progress has been made. The number of cold storage facilities in Morocco increased by 15% between 2020 and 2025, according to data from the Ministry of Agriculture. However, experts argue that more investment is needed, particularly in rural areas, to meet the targets of Génération Green.
