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Morocco Halts Sardine Exports to Safeguard Domestic Supply

1/7/2026

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Morocco will stop frozen sardine exports starting February 1, 2025, to protect domestic supplies.
Fisheries cabinet member Zakia Driouich announced the decision, citing a drop in supply.
Sardines account for 80% of Morocco's coastal fish resources.
In 2024, sardine landings fell 46% to 525,000 metric tons due to climate change, overfishing, and pollution.
Morocco welcomed a record 19.8 million tourists in 2025, contributing 7% to Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

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Morocco will stop frozen sardine exports starting February 1, 2025, to protect domestic supplies.
Fisheries cabinet member Zakia Driouich announced the decision, citing a drop in supply.
Sardines account for 80% of Morocco's coastal fish resources.
In 2024, sardine landings fell 46% to 525,000 metric tons due to climate change, overfishing, and pollution.
Morocco welcomed a record 19.8 million tourists in 2025, contributing 7% to Gross Domestic Product (GDP).