Casablanca – Morocco’s agricultural sector achieved remarkable growth in its exports to Spain during the first eight months of 2025, establishing new records in both volume and value. Official Spanish data indicate that Spanish companies imported more than 432 million kilograms of Moroccan fruits and vegetables, representing a significant rise from 252 million kilograms in the same period in 2016. The total value of these imports reached approximately $1.06 billion, highlighting Morocco’s growing role as a major supplier of high-quality produce in Europe.

According to statistics from the Estacom service of the Spanish Tax Agency and ICEX, the average price per kilogram of Moroccan products increased to $2.46 in 2025, up from $1.53 in 2016. This reflects a 71.3% increase in import volume over the past decade, alongside a substantial rise in total import value.

The data reveal that peppers were the most imported product, accounting for 75.15 million kilograms, equivalent to 17.38% of total imports, with a value exceeding $112.5 million. Import volumes of peppers surged by more than 119% compared with 2016, demonstrating strong and sustained demand from the Spanish market. Tomatoes followed in second place, with imports totaling 55.33 million kilograms, valued at $102 million. The quantity of imported tomatoes increased by more than 147% over the same period, reflecting consistent growth in Spain’s reliance on Moroccan produce.

Watermelons ranked third among imported products, with total shipments reaching 49.51 million kilograms, valued at nearly $54.4 million. The average price per kilogram was $1.10, and imports of watermelons rose by around 30% compared with a decade ago. By contrast, imports of green beans declined in volume to 44.94 million kilograms, although their total value increased to $109.3 million due to a higher average price of $2.43 per kilogram.

One of the most striking developments in 2025 was the rapid growth of avocado imports from Morocco. Spain imported 31.02 million kilograms of avocados, with a total value of $85.6 million. This represents an increase of more than 779% compared with 2016, signaling a rapid shift in Spanish consumer preferences and the rising popularity of Moroccan avocados in the European market.

This surge in exports reflects broader trends in Morocco’s agricultural sector. The country has strengthened its production, quality standards, and marketing capabilities, enabling it to meet growing European demand. Phytosanitary measures, modern harvesting techniques, and export support programs have helped Moroccan farmers maintain high-quality standards, particularly for perishable products such as peppers, tomatoes, and avocados.

Spanish media reports based on Hortoinfo data highlight that Morocco’s performance in 2025 further solidifies its position as a key player in the European fruit and vegetable market. The data underline the growing diversification of Morocco’s agricultural exports, with several products experiencing double-digit growth over the past decade. Morocco’s capacity to expand exports while maintaining quality demonstrates its strategic importance as a stable and reliable supplier to Europe.

Experts note that Morocco’s agricultural export success contributes not only to trade revenues but also to the broader rural economy. The sector supports thousands of farmers and workers across the country, particularly in regions specializing in vegetable and fruit cultivation. Continued investment in technology, irrigation, and market access is expected to further enhance the sector’s competitiveness in coming years.

Morocco’s agricultural exports to Spain in 2025 reached historic highs, both in terms of volume and value. With 432 million kilograms of fruits and vegetables worth $1.06 billion, the country reinforced its strategic position in Europe, expanding its role as a major supplier of high-demand products such as peppers, tomatoes, watermelons, and avocados. The sustained growth of Moroccan exports reflects the sector’s resilience, quality focus, and the strong trade partnership between Morocco and Spain, positioning the country as a key player in the European agricultural market for years to come.