Université Cadi Ayyad addresses the root causes of hunger and food waste through specialized training programs.
The Professional Bachelor’s Degree in Agro-Food Engineering (ESTK), offered at the Higher School of Technology of Kelaa des Sraghna, aims to reduce post-harvest losses which can reach up to 30% of local harvests a major cause of food insecurity for families. Agrofood engineering – UCA.
Skills Developed
Students acquire essential skills in:
- modern food processing to produce long-shelf-life products from cereals and olives.
- food safety regulations and quality assurance according to international standards.
- preservation techniques that reduce post-harvest losses by 20 to 40%.
Objectives of the Program
Graduates work as consultants for small agricultural farms in order to:
- increase agricultural productivity.
- reduce food waste.
- strengthen the sustainability of food systems.
- improve access to more stable and sustainable food supplies.
Societal Impact
This program has a direct and lasting impact on society. It contributes to:
- reducing hunger and food insecurity
- adding value to local agricultural production
- decreasing food losses across the supply chain
- strengthening the rural economy and creating local jobs
- stabilizing food supply chains
- improving the living conditions of small farmers and rural communities
As a result, more than fifty local cooperatives have already benefited from these initiatives, highlighting the key role of Université Cadi Ayyad in building a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient agri-food system.