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Morocco's Cannabis Boom: Legal Farming vs. Black Market

7/30/2025

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In Morocco, the legalization of cannabis for medical use in 2022 has sparked a surge in legal farming, with 5,000 farmers joining the industry. Yet, illegal cultivation still thrives, spanning over 27,100 hectares. Bureaucratic challenges and meager profits push many farmers toward the enticing black market, fueling ongoing calls for the legalization of recreational use.

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In Morocco, the legalization of cannabis for medical use in 2022 has sparked a surge in legal farming, with 5,000 farmers joining the industry. Yet, illegal cultivation still thrives, spanning over 27,100 hectares. Bureaucratic challenges and meager profits push many farmers toward the enticing black market, fueling ongoing calls for the legalization of recreational use.