Morocco: Chicken Prices Soar, Anger Rumbles

Chicken prices have reached unprecedented heights in Morocco, reaching 30 dirhams per kilogram in most cities, provoking anger and concern among many consumers and low-income families.

Many citizens are expressing frustration over this dramatic increase, especially after the surge in prices of red meat, which now reach up to 150 dirhams per kilogram in some markets. Despite previous assurances from the Minister of Agriculture about a possible price drop, consumer complaints about the high cost of chicken meat continue to grow.

The Consequences of the Rise

This situation complicates the lives of many Moroccan families, especially the poorest, for whom chicken is an essential source of protein. The increase in chicken prices comes on top of a series of price increases for various food products, exacerbating the economic difficulties of households.

The Factors of Increase

Several factors are responsible for this price increase. Among them, the high cost of compound feed, the increase in production costs, distribution problems and fluctuations in the global market for raw materials. The National Association of Chicken Breeders accuses the Ministry of Agriculture and Maritime Fisheries of not effectively controlling these prices.

Calls for Intervention

In the face of this crisis, calls for government intervention are growing. Consumers and consumer protection groups are demanding immediate measures to regulate the prices of chickens and other basic food products. Proposals include subsidizing production costs, strict price regulation, and improving distribution.

Pending concrete actions, consumers continue to face significant challenges in maintaining a balanced diet. Rising chicken prices in Morocco remain an urgent problem requiring a rapid response from the authorities.

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