Morocco Wins $28M in U.S. Farm Development Program

Morocco has been selected as one of just seven countries worldwide to receive support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food for Progress program in 2026, unlocking between $28 million and $35 million in development funding.

The five-year partnership will focus on improving agricultural productivity and expanding trade opportunities for Moroccan farmers. Morocco joins Bangladesh, Bolivia, Ecuador, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Thailand in this competitive selection.

The program takes a smart approach to international development. The U.S. sells American agricultural commodities in partner countries, then invests those proceeds directly into local farming projects and infrastructure.

This creates a win on both sides. Moroccan farmers gain access to training, technology, and resources to increase their crop yields and reach new markets. American agricultural producers open doors to expanding export relationships.

The USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service will allocate up to $226 million total across all seven countries through new cooperative agreements. Each partnership can last up to five years, giving communities time to build sustainable improvements.

The Ripple Effect

When farming communities thrive, entire regions benefit. Better agricultural productivity means more reliable food supplies for local families and new income streams for rural areas that need them most.

The program's focus on trade expansion could help Moroccan farmers connect with international buyers, creating jobs beyond the fields in logistics, processing, and export services. These economic ripples often reach the communities that have the furthest to climb.

Morocco's selection reflects its commitment to agricultural development and its potential for growth. The detailed funding opportunities will be published on Grants.gov in the coming months, marking the official start of this partnership.

Millions of dollars are heading toward the people who feed their communities, and that's progress worth celebrating.