Drought and inflation threaten Morocco's food security

For Moroccan farmers, the combination of inflation and drought are proving a major headache as prices for everything from fuel to fertilizer have risen to all-time highs, making their work more difficult.

Morocco is suffering from a fourth consecutive year of low rainfall. The Moroccan government has decided to implement a water-saving program in addition to setting aside more than $1 billion to aid farmers who are suffering from drought.

Inflation in Morocco has reached previously unheard-of levels as the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic disrupt global supply chains and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine drives up energy costs.

According to the country's planning agency, inflation in Morocco reached 7.2% in June, one of the highest levels since 2008.