Morocco's bio farm exports increase in 2001-2002

Morocco's exports of Bio products exports increased from 460 tons in 1995-1996 to 5,000 tons in 2001-2002, the National Federation of Agri-food said in its bulletin "Alimentarius."

In a section dedicated to "bio markets," the publication says Morocco's exports of bio products have reached so far this year 3,672 T including 80% of early fruits and vegetables and 20% of citrus fruits.

Bio farming covers limited areas with 642 ha last year, but are increasing with the demand, the association writes, adding that Morocco suffers a deficit in specialized technicians.