The activity of fishmeal production emerged in Morocco decades ago, it occupies an important position in the country’s economy. The fishmeal production units are located mainly in Safi, Essaouira, Agadir, Tan-Tan and Laâyoune, and have a large processing capacity. This industry has gained international recognition today for its good quality and production levels.The powder is derived from …
Potato, a perennial plant belonging to the Solanaceae botanical family, is native to South America. It is a root vegetable rich in phosphorous and vitamin B. In Morocco, the potato is the primary market gardening crop, both in terms of agricultural land and production. Owing to their high content of carbohydrates, potatoes are listed under the …
Bell pepper is a plant belonging to the Solanaceae family. Though it is considered a fruit, it is commonly used in savoury recipes. Its taste, nutritional, and dietary qualities are well-balanced. from a nutritional point of view, bell peppers consist of 13% of dry matter, 6% of sugar, 2% of proteins, and a significant amount …
Garlic is a biennial plant that belongs to the Alliaceae botanical family. Having a pungent taste and smell, garlic is commonly used as a condiment in cooking. The head of the garlic (bulb) consists of several cloves. The garlic flower can be eaten as well.Garlic is rich in manganese, copper, selenium, and phosphorus. It is …
Onion is the bulb of a vegetable plant. It is a species of biennial herbaceous plants of the Amaryllidaceae family (the large Alliaceae family). The onion is made up of white or pink, fleshy and juicy leaves, layered on top of one another. There are several varieties, some of which are particularly rich in antioxidants. …
Green beans are a determined dwarf plant with an upright growth habit. The plant produces dark green pods 13 to 17 cm long. Moroccan production is characterised by extra-fine beans with a diameter of 4 to 6 mm. It is mainly produced in the province of Skhirat-Temara on an area of around 800 ha. The …
The Grapefruit is a citrus fruit from the grapefruit tree. This citrus fruit has a thick orange peel and a pulpy flesh with a bitter taste. The flesh is segmented and ranges in color from pale yellow to dark pink, depending on the variety. Low in calories, the grapefruit has significant antioxidant power and a …
The lemon tree is believed to have originated in Kashmir, a region located in northern India and Pakistan, and the far west of China. This fruit-bearing tree produces lemon, a citrus fruit that has therapeutic properties. It is widely known for its antiviral and antibacterial properties, as well as its ability to stimulate the immune …
Created thousands of years ago in Southeast Asia, the orange is one of the most consummed fruits in the world.This fruit did not gain its popularity in Europe untill the 15th century thanks to the great trading expeditions. To date, the orange is the 4th most cultivated fruit in the world. The passion for this …
Clementines are named after Father Clément, who accidentally discovered a cross between oranges and mandarins. In 1892, the French botanist Louis Charles Trabut noticed clementine plants and decided to name this newly discovered citrus “clementine” in memory of the religious man.Clementines were introduced in the Triffa region in the 1930s. their taste qualities are distinctive …
