The Latest Breaking News from Morocco

Farmer who gave damning fruit and veg shortage warning reveals source of UK supermarket crisis

Steve Cornwell, who has been in the business for 50 years, realised there was a huge problem after he walked into a greenhouse in Morocco last month and discovered that all the vegetables were still green due to unusual weather.

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

British farmer who tried to warn supermarkets reveals what's behind fruit & veg crisis

Farmer Steve Cornwell attempted to tip off leading supermarkets Aldi, Asda and the Cooperative about the impending vegetable shortages, and knew early on we had a "big problem"

Daily Mirror · Feb 28, 2023

Morocco Renews Commitment to Resolve the Sahara Issue

Morocco supports the political process to resolve the issue of the Moroccan Sahara, reiterating its commitment to round table talks of all parties, under the exclusive auspices of the UN, according to Minister of Justice Abdellatif Ouahbi. Speaking at the 52nd regular session of the Human Rights Council, Ouahbi said…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 28, 2023

The reasons why there are no tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers on supermarket shelves

An industry expert says supermarkets are in 'cuckoo land' are 'totally to blame' for food shortages

Wales Online · Feb 23, 2023

We visited Glasgow supermarkets to see if we could buy tomatoes and peppers as shortages hit stores

Shops across the UK are currently dealing with a major fruit and vegetable shortage after the south of Spain was hit with suprisingly cold weather and Morocco was struck by flooding.

Glasgow Live · Feb 23, 2023

Many U.K. grocers limit some fruit and veggie sales as extreme weather impacts supply

Grocery giants including Tesco, Asda, Aldi and Morrisons are struggling with their supply chains, particularly with products sourced from Spain and Morocco where extreme weather has damaged crops.

WEKU · Feb 23, 2023

Morocco's king unable to travel due to a cold, palace says

King Mohammed VI of Morocco has caught a cold and has been advised by his doctor to avoid travelling and to take medical rest for several days, the state news agency reported on Wednesday.

Reuters · Feb 22, 2023

Fairmont Tazi Palace, Tangier: a design-led stay in Morocco’s bohemian region

For a resplendent blend of Mediterranean glamour and Moroccan opulence, this palatial hotel caters to every whim

Evening Standard · Feb 22, 2023

Supermarket rationing: What products are affected and why?

Growers and suppliers in Morocco have had to contend with cold temperatures

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023

Morocco, Netherlands Discuss Migration, People Smuggling

Morocco’s Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit met in Rabat with State Secretary for Justice and Security of the Netherlands Eric Van der Burg, during which they discussed migration issues and means of cooperation in this regard. The two officials discussed different mechanisms to improve cooperation, including the exchange of expertise, information,…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2023