WASHINGTON, December 18, 2025 — The World Bank has greenlit a $4 million grant to Morocco from the Livable Planet Fund (LPF). This funding will bolster the Transforming Agri-food Systems Program, designed to enhance Morocco’s agricultural resilience against climate change while improving food safety and quality.
This fresh grant builds on the $250 million already approved in December 2024. It focuses on helping small and medium farmers overcome challenges they face, particularly in Morocco’s rainfed cereal sector. The program aims to reach around 1,200 farmers across a vast area of 20,000 hectares. Farmers will benefit from digital e-vouchers that provide mechanization services like direct seeding and access to climate-resilient seeds, making production more cost-effective.
Additionally, the project will empower cereal and legume farmers—including women and youth—by improving their financial access and connecting them to better markets. By pooling their harvests, farmers can achieve economies of scale, enhancing their financial inclusion and market reach.
Monitoring and evaluation efforts will be enhanced to track improvements in yields and farmer incomes, alongside reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Technical support from the World Bank will aid in implementing the e-voucher system and evaluating the project’s impact.
The agri-food sector is crucial for Morocco’s economy and rural communities. With recent droughts highlighting the fragility of rainfed crops, this funding supports a move toward resilient agricultural systems. Conservation agriculture will help stabilize yields and improve soil and water management, reducing vulnerability to climate-related challenges.
Ahmadou Moustapha Ndiaye, the World Bank Division Director for the Maghreb and Malta, stated, “This financing reinforces the shift to climate-smart practices, creating green jobs in rural areas while strengthening national food security.” He emphasized that this support maintains the momentum of last year’s program and enhances their collaborative efforts.
In a world increasingly affected by climate change, transitioning to climate-smart agricultural practices is not just beneficial; it’s essential. Globally, sustainable farming practices are gaining traction. A recent report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) noted a significant increase—65%—in farmers adopting eco-friendly methods over the last decade. This shift not only safeguards food security but also promotes economic resilience in vulnerable communities.
By investing in smallholder farmers and innovative agricultural practices, Morocco is taking a significant step toward ensuring food safety and promoting sustainable livelihoods in the face of ongoing environmental challenges.
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