Caught by surprise....again. (Morocco)

The Middle East | January 1, 1996| | Copyright

Drought has hit Morocco with a vengeance. On average, the country's reservoirs are only 30% full with serious implications for agriculture. Only half of the land normally allocated for food crop production will be planted. Exports have been badly hit, food prices are high and Moroccan cities are witnessing another influx of rural refugees,placing more strain on urban infrastructures.

THE ROAD FROM CASABLANCA to Marrakesh, a journey of some three hours, passes through some of the most fertile land in Morocco. Five months from now the country here is usually at its most ...

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