The territory of Berkane hosted the 7th edition of the Student Forum, held on November 17th at the Office of Vocational Training and Job Promotion (OFPPT) in Zraib Berkane. This event was honored by the presence of Mr. Mohamed Seddiki, Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, along with Mr. Mohamed Ali Habouha, Governor of the Province of Berkane, Mr. Mohammed Jelloul, President of the Provincial Council, and the President of the Oriental Chamber of Agriculture, alongside the presidents of the various municipalities of the Berkane province. Many actors and stakeholders from the agriculture and vocational training sectors were also present.
The event was marked by various activities, including the inauguration of a new program titled "Ornamental Crops and Green Spaces Management" at the Institute of Technology and Applied Sciences (ITSA) in Zraib. This program addresses the growing needs of the Berkane territory in terms of ecology and sustainable development. In parallel, exhibitions and exhibitors from across Morocco presented their projects focused on GreenTech and ornamental crops. Among them were projects such as the Multiplication Greenhouse, the Shading Breeding Greenhouse, BEAT Berkane, Agrossar, illustrating an intelligent and sustainable economic and ecological model placing the citizens of Berkane at the heart of concerns.
In his speech, the Minister praised the efforts made by territorial actors to promote vocational training in agriculture and related services, thus continuing the Green Morocco plan. He also highlighted the ministry's vision for promoting investments in the agricultural sector, as well as action plans aimed at creating jobs and increasing the employment rate in the agricultural sector.
In parallel with the 7th edition, exciting sports competitions were carefully orchestrated, placing students at the center of the action, excelling in various disciplines such as running, chess, table tennis, basketball, and football. These sports events sparked dynamic participation, bringing together young people from different Moroccan cities such as Laayoune, Errachidia, Rabat, Larache, Oujda, among others. The results of these competitions were praised with awards and recognitions presented by the Minister and the Governor, thus highlighting the efforts and talent of the participants.
