Grain storage capacity increases in Morocco

Morocco has seen a significant increase in its total grain storage capacity, reaching 68.7 million quintals by the end of 2025, up from approximately 60 million quintals in 2024. The Casablanca-Settat region continues to lead in storage capabilities. Data from the National Office for Grains and Legumes (ONIGC) indicates that storage entities contribute 43.29 million quintals, industrial mills add 17.30 million quintals, and feed producers account for about 8.12 million quintals. The modernization of storage mechanisms is evident, with over 40% of the kingdom's storage capacity now utilizing advanced silo systems, which ensure higher quality preservation for longer periods. Nationally, there are about 169 grain storage facilities, with Casablanca-Settat and Fez-Meknes each having 56, representing 33% of the total. The analysis also reveals a trend towards larger storage units, as 50% of national warehouses exceed a capacity of 170,000 quintals, with the average national capacity per warehouse at 265,000 quintals. Casablanca-Settat leads in actual storage volume with 19 million quintals, followed by Fez-Meknes with 11 million quintals. The ONIGC has also implemented flexible procedures allowing professionals to lease surplus storage capacity or make it available for temporary storage, mobilizing an additional 16 million quintals in the 2025 storage year.