Morocco's exports of legal cannabis have expanded to 15 countries

Morocco's legal cannabis industry is expanding its international presence, with cannabis resin exports now reaching 15 countries, including France, Switzerland, Portugal, Luxembourg, the Czech Republic, Australia, and the’South Africa.

As the kingdom seeks to establish itself in the global market for cannabis-derived products, its 2026 harvest comes amid stricter regulatory controls as well as a commitment to protecting the identity of its cannabis abroad.

Moroccan cannabis is targeting 15 international markets

The international presence of the Legal cannabis in Morocco is becoming a central pillar of the country’s strategy. Beyond the export of agricultural raw materials, Morocco’s strategy has always been to replace its illegal sector with a legal supply chain encompassing the cultivation, processing, manufacturing, and international distribution of cannabis products.

To support this development, the’National Regulatory Agency for Cannabis-Related Activities (ANRAC) is working to gain international recognition for Moroccan cannabis-based products.

The agency has taken steps to protect the «Cannabis-based product» label», intended to certify the origin and authenticity of products manufactured in accordance with Moroccan law.

Trademark protection has already been confirmed in the Luxembourg and Portugal, while efforts continue in other European markets, particularly in Germany, Spain, or Belgium.

The harvest in Beldia covers 1,100 hectares

This expansion comes as the Legal cannabis harvest in Morocco in 2026 is making progress in the three provinces authorized to grow the plant. According to figures reported by the Moroccan media, approximately 1,100 hectares from cannabis Beldia have already been harvested, representing 60% of the total area planted with this variety traditional Moroccan.

Approximately 1,800 farmers, grouped together within 154 agricultural cooperatives, are involved in these operations.

The harvest of imported cannabis varieties follows a different schedule: it begins in October and continues through December 2026 due to differences in maturation cycles.

ANRAC has also stepped up its oversight. During the 2026 agricultural season, the regulatory authority revoked 1,490 licenses due to violations of administrative and regulatory requirements.

Nearly 1,300 licenses belonged to cannabis growers, while the 190 The remaining cases involved operators engaged in seed imports, manufacturing, marketing, exports, and transportation.

Among the reported violations were incorrect harvest reports and failure to comply with the deadlines governing harvesting and processing activities.

Morocco is seeking to strengthen its position in the global cannabis industry

The combination of expanding export markets, increased agricultural production, and stricter oversight confirms Morocco's approach to legal regulation of cannabis.

By promoting traceability, protecting the origin of its products, and encouraging local processing, the authorities hope to generate greater economic value from cannabis grown within the country. One of the main obstacles today remains the EU-GMP compliance that would provide access to the European medical market. Without it, local cooperatives will have difficulty participating in this market on a sustainable basis.