IDMA Today 2024 - Day 3

04 4 MAY 2024 uring the IDMA Expo in Istanbul, Moulay Abdelkadir Alalaoui, President of the Mo- roccan Flour Milling Federation (FNM), shed light on the pivotal role of the in- dustrial flour milling sector in Morocco. Alalaoui highlighted that Morocco boasts 154 grain milling companies, underscoring the significance of the FNM in representing this sector. He emphasized the FNM’s importance as a key player in economic development and as a guarantor of the country’s food security. He highlighted the robust milling machinery industry in Turkey, emphasizing, “We are here at IDMA to explore cutting-edge technology.” He elab- orated, “Our delegation has engaged in numerous meetings with milling technology producers, and we are highly impressed with the quality of Turkish milling equipment manufacturers.” Pointing to the proliferation of flour facilities established by Turkish companies in their country, he affirmed, “Our pres- ence here underscores our satisfaction with Turkish milling machines’ quality.” He expressed optimism, stating, “I believe that the ongoing collaboration between our two countries in this sector will contin- ue to flourish.” He noted that there is a historically strong relationship between Turkey and Morocco. Acknowledging the challenges facing Morocco’s crop season, Alalaoui highlighted adverse weather conditions, with dry and hot weather leading to re- cord-low production levels. Anticipating below-av- erage yields for wheat and barley, he projected 2024/25 season wheat production at 2.3 million tons and 0.6 million tons, respectively, representing significant declines from the previous year. With reduced grain production looming, Ala- laoui foresaw a significant surge in wheat imports for the 2024/25 season, reaching 10 million tons, surpassing Morocco’s ten-year import average. He underscored the paramount importance of bread in the Moroccan diet, noting its ubiquitous presence at most meals. In conclusion, Alalaoui extended gratitude to the organizers of the IDMA Expo for facilitating fruitful discussions and opportunities for collaboration, re- affirming the crucial role of international platforms like IDMA in advancing the grain milling industry. Turkish-Moroccan flour industry bond strengthened at IDMA Expo In an exclusive interview during the IDMA Expo in Istanbul, Moulay Abdelkadir Alalaoui, President of the Moroccan Flour Milling Federation (FNM), provides a comprehensive overview of the state of flour milling in Morocco and its rela- tionship with Turkey. D Parantez Media Parantez Publishing and Congress Ltd. Gökevler Mah. 2312 Sok. No:16/37 Ginza Corner Plaza, Esenyurt / İstanbul - TURKEY T. +90 212 347 31 64 F. +90 212 212 02 04 All copyrights belong to Parantez Publishing. © May not be used without permission. Responsibility of the ads belongs to the advertisers On Behalf of Parantez Publishing and Congress Ltd., Owner M. Ali Kalkan Responsible Manager Namık Kemal Parlak Editors Cemalettin Kanaş Mustafa Yağmurlu Art Director and Visual Design Ercan Yavuz Corporate Communication Erkan Yazıcı elebrating its milestone 10th edition, the Interna- tional Flour, Feed, Semolina, Rice, Corn, Bulgur, Milling Machinery and Pulses, Pasta, Biscuit Tech- nologies Exhibition IDMA once again showcased its prominence as the premier event in the global milling industry. In just two days, the expo attracted a diverse array of visitors, reaffirming its status as the epicenter of industry innovation and networking. Against the backdrop of Istan- bul, where cutting-edge innovations in milling machinery were on display, the fair welcomed an impressive atten- dance of 4,500 individuals. Among them, over 3,000 were distinguished investors representing 120 different countries. IDMA Chairman Kalkan emphasized the significance of this gathering, stating, “IDMA has united the leaders of the glo- bal grain processing industry under one roof. Stakeholders from across the globe converge here to shape the future of our industry.” Chairman Kalkan also highlighted the pivotal role of IDMA in fostering invaluable connections and partnerships within the grain processing community. He emphasized the significance of this gathering as a catalyst for innovation and progress, where industry leaders converge to exchange ideas, showcase cutting-edge technologies, and explore new avenues for growth. Kalkan expressed his optimism for the future of the grain processing industry, citing IDMA’s continued commitment to excellence and its dedication to serving as the premier platform for industry advancement. IDMA on track to reach $1 billion in grain milling trade C