Morocco has completed the full delivery of U.S. wheat purchased for the 2025 marketing year. According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the country imported 61.7 thousand tons of American wheat over a six-month period, from June 1 to December 18.
With all contracted volumes delivered and no outstanding sales remaining, Morocco became the third-largest African customer to fully receive its U.S. wheat purchases during the season. This places the kingdom among a limited number of African buyers that managed to complete deliveries within the marketing year, while many others continue to face delays.
USDA statistics show that Morocco is part of a small group of African importers that not only booked U.S. wheat but also ensured timely fulfillment of contracts. This reflects steady import demand and relatively efficient logistics, particularly against the backdrop of persistent shipment delays in several African markets.
The completion of Morocco’s purchases comes amid a sharp rise in U.S. wheat exports to Africa in the 2025/26 season. Total shipments to the continent have reached 1.71 million tons so far, compared with just 450,000 tons in the previous season. Nigeria remains the largest African destination with 1.19 million tons imported, followed by South Africa and several other growing markets, including Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, and Algeria.
For Morocco, fully executed wheat imports are crucial for food security and the stable operation of milling facilities. The country relies heavily on imported wheat, especially in years when domestic production is affected by weather variability. At the same time, Reuters reports that Morocco plans to import about 3.5 million metric tons of soft wheat from France in the 2025/26 marketing year, highlighting its strategy to diversify supply sources.
