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MCA champions GACP cannabis farmers in Morocco by ensuring fair access, legal protection, and sustainable growth in the newly legalized cannabis industry.

The legalization of cannabis in Morocco under Law 13-21 marked a historic shift—from criminalization to regulation, and from informal markets to licensed production. At the center of this transformation are Morocco’s cannabis farmers. Many have cultivated cannabis in the Rif Mountains and surrounding regions for generations, often under difficult conditions and without any legal protections.

Today, legal cultivation is permitted under Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (GACP). For the first time, these farmers are included in a regulated supply chain. However, inclusion is just the beginning. The Moroccan Cannabis Alliance (MCA) was founded to ensure that farmers—now working through legal cooperatives—are not only included, but also protected, respected, and empowered in Morocco’s growing cannabis sector.

Why GACP Cannabis Farmers Matter

GACP-certified cannabis farmers form the backbone of Morocco’s legal cannabis industry. They contribute:

• Generations of traditional knowledge
• A deep understanding of the land and its climate
• The ability to cultivate high-quality cannabis in eco-friendly ways

Moreover, their work sustains rural employment, strengthens local economies, and promotes sustainable agriculture in historically underserved areas.

Yet despite their essential role, these farmers face serious challenges:

• High compliance costs without sufficient funding
• Limited market access and lack of reliable buyers
• Price instability and risk of exploitation
• Complex licensing procedures that favor larger, well-funded operators

Without targeted policy support, the communities that legalization was meant to uplift may be excluded from its benefits.

What the Moroccan Cannabis Alliance Is Fighting For

At MCA, we’re committed to ensuring that GACP cannabis farmers in Morocco are fairly represented and protected. To create a just and sustainable cannabis economy, we are actively working with policymakers, institutions, and international allies to advance the following priorities:

✅ Simplified Licensing Procedures
We push for easier, more accessible licensing that allows small cooperatives and legacy farmers to enter the legal market without excessive bureaucracy.

✅ Fair Pricing and Contracts
We advocate for minimum price guarantees and transparent contracts to protect farmers from predatory pricing by large buyers.

✅ Infrastructure Support
We call for subsidies and incentives to help cooperatives invest in drying, packaging, and transportation—vital for meeting national and export standards.

✅ Education and Training
We support education programs that teach compliance, safety, and cannabis handling, helping farmers stay certified and competitive.

✅ Research and Traceability Tools
We back public investments in systems that enhance transparency while reducing paperwork burdens on small producers.

✅ Local Processing and Export Access
We encourage Moroccan-based processing networks that add value locally and connect GACP farmers to global markets.

✅ Legal Protections and Conflict Resolution
We work to establish legal frameworks that safeguard farmers’ rights and provide fair dispute resolution mechanisms.

Why This Work Matters

The success of Morocco’s legal cannabis industry will be measured not only in export numbers or investor returns—but by how well it supports the very people who built it from the ground up.

This is more than an economic issue. It’s about rural development, social equity, and sustainable progress.

By supporting GACP-certified farmers and ensuring their voices are heard, Morocco can lead the region with a cannabis industry defined by fairness, transparency, and long-term resilience.

At the Moroccan Cannabis Alliance, this is our mission—because when farmers thrive, the entire industry thrives.