At the 2025 International Agricultural Show in Morocco (SIAM), the OCP Group stands as a symbol of Morocco’s evolving role in global agriculture. As a fertilizer leader, OCP is not just focusing on product offerings, but also driving a deeper transformation in agricultural practices, particularly in Africa. The group’s presence at the event highlights its vision for building a resilient agricultural future amidst climate change and growing water scarcity.
OCP’s approach is built on a commitment to resilience, inclusion, and science. The company has moved beyond mere slogans to present tangible solutions centered around soil health, water independence, carbon balance, and community support. These strategies are underpinned by research and long-term partnerships, providing a solid foundation for agricultural sustainability.
At the core of OCP’s strategy lies soil health, viewed as the starting point for any sustainable farming practice. The company’s philosophy is not about offering one-size-fits-all solutions but about precision: delivering the right source, right rate, right time, and right place. Through its Nutricrops subsidiary, OCP develops customized fertilizers suited to specific crops, regions, and soil types, responding to real agricultural needs with data-backed insights. OCP’s research spans continents, partnering with institutions like UM6P and INNOVX to study soil biology, test new microbial inputs, and experiment with nanotechnologies. With more than 52 million hectares mapped, OCP’s tailored solutions are already boosting yields across Africa.
Water scarcity is a significant challenge for Moroccan agriculture, and OCP has responded with innovative solutions to ensure water sustainability. The group has launched Green Water, a subsidiary focused on producing non-conventional water through desalination and wastewater reuse. This initiative is not a side project but an essential part of OCP’s operations, with its facilities in Khouribga and Jorf Lasfar relying entirely on non-conventional water sources. This effort is being expanded to other regions like Marrakech and Youssoufia, with the aim of providing a replicable model for sustainable agriculture across Africa.
OCP’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond agriculture into its entire production chain. The company is on a path to carbon neutrality by 2040, with a key milestone of achieving full Scope 1 and 2 neutrality by 2030. Currently, more than 85% of OCP’s energy comes from renewable sources. This transition involves not only shifting to low-carbon energy but also rethinking fertilizers and processes. Products like green TSP, circular water systems, and solar-powered desalination plants are part of this comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of agriculture.
The company’s Tourba program in Morocco is another example of innovative approaches to sustainability. The program promotes soil as a carbon sink, introducing techniques such as direct seeding and regenerative rotation to sequester carbon, restore soil fertility, and improve yields. This initiative has already involved over 2,000 Moroccan farmers, with the goal of extending it to 6 million hectares by 2030, sequestering an estimated 7 million tons of CO2 annually.
OCP also places a strong emphasis on community development. Programs like Al Moutmir, which involves over 120 agronomic engineers, provide farmers with technical support while fostering long-term relationships built on trust. Other initiatives, such as ElleMoutmir and MyCOOP, support rural women and cooperatives, and the Farmer-to-Farmer program encourages knowledge-sharing across regions. In 2024, the OCP Foundation supported nearly 90,000 people through agricultural, educational, and social programs. OCP’s work with the Phosboucraa Foundation in Morocco’s southern provinces further extends this commitment to addressing the unique needs of Saharan communities.
At SIAM 2025, OCP’s presence signals not just the challenges facing global agriculture but the potential for meaningful change. By aligning scientific expertise with community engagement and long-term sustainability, OCP is helping to chart a course for a more resilient agricultural future for Morocco and Africa as a whole.
