摩洛哥推动海藻养殖发展蓝色经济

Core Insights - The first national seaweed farming dialogue conference was held in Rabat, Morocco, organized by the National Agency for Aquaculture Development (ANDA) and the World Bank, focusing on the development path, human capital, infrastructure, and industrial prospects of seaweed farming in Morocco [1] Group 1: Market Potential - The global seaweed market is growing at approximately 10% annually, with expectations to exceed $30 billion in the next decade [1] - Morocco has a natural advantage for seaweed farming due to its approximately 3,500 kilometers of coastline [1] Group 2: Economic Impact - Current seaweed production in Morocco is about 3,500 tons, with potential capacity exceeding 600,000 tons [2] - Achieving an annual seaweed production of 300,000 tons could create around 36,000 jobs and generate approximately $450 million in annual revenue [1] Group 3: Development Goals - ANDA has identified about 4,700 hectares suitable for macroalgae farming, with 1,000 hectares already allocated to 70 seaweed farms [2] - The development goal is not only to produce raw materials but also to extend into deep processing, establishing a complete value chain to enhance local industrial capacity and product value [2] Group 4: Challenges and Support - Key challenges for sustainable development include simplifying administrative approval processes, improving cold chain and transportation infrastructure, reducing production costs, enhancing coordination among industry stakeholders, and balancing large-scale farming with ecological protection and community interests [2] - The World Bank is willing to assist Morocco in institutional reforms, infrastructure investment, risk sharing, and supporting private investment [2]