Red meat prices in Morocco have seen a notable increase ahead of Eid al-Adha, with lamb reaching around 150 dirhams per kilogram, amid rising demand and growing attention to market conditions.
According to available data, lamb prices range between 120 and 150 dirhams per kilogram, with expectations of further increases, while beef ranges between 90 and 120 dirhams, and minced meat reaches around 130 dirhams, with some cuts for grilling approaching 140 dirhams, and other related products ranging between 300 and 500 dirhams per unit, particularly in major cities.
Industry professionals attribute this situation to several factors, including a decline in the national livestock in recent years, along with structural aspects of the sector, noting that improvements in grazing conditions do not immediately impact the market.
Distribution channels are also cited, as livestock passes through multiple intermediaries before reaching consumers, affecting final prices.
Despite government measures such as feed support and reduced import duties, their impact on prices remains limited according to available data.
The issue has also sparked discussions in parliament regarding the effectiveness of these measures on purchasing power, while consumer protection groups have expressed concern over the ongoing upward trend.