Morocco issues first permits to produce cannabis
In Morocco the National Agency for the Legalisation of Activities Related to Cannabis (Anrac) has issued the permits for farmers in the three northern mountainous cities of Al Houceima, Taounat and Chefchaouen, which are known for cannabis farming, the Moroccan news agency (Map) reported, quoting a statement issued by the state agency. The statement said the licensed farmers would be allowed to establish c o-operatives to be registered with Anrac to legally cultivate and produce cannabis. “Permits will be granted to farmers gradually, based on the needs expressed by the licensed industrial operators,” the agency said. “The National Agency for the Legalisation of Activities Related to Cannabis continues to explore the opportunities offered by the cannabis market in order to develop this sector and promote the transformation of farmers from illegal activity towards legal, sustainable and income -generating cultivation.”