Morocco Forest Area

Morocco’s forest cover has risen modestly but steadily over the past 35 years, increasing from 12.29 percent of its land area in 1990 to an all‑time peak of 12.98 percent in 2025, ranking it 148th globally. This 0.69‑percentage‑point gain reflects gradual afforestation and reforestation policies, yet the country remains slightly below peers such as the United Kingdom, which records 13.36 percent forest area, and Tonga at 12.43 percent. The upward trajectory contrasts with the early‑1990s trough, suggesting that recent investments in sustainable land management and the expansion of protected zones are bearing fruit. Although the improvement is incremental, the persistence of desertification pressures and limited arable land constrain faster growth. Continued commitment to forest restoration programs, coupled with climate‑resilient planting strategies, could accelerate the upward trend and narrow the gap with higher‑ranking peers in the coming decades.