OCP Group, which holds nearly 70% of the world’s phosphate reserves, is at the heart of global food and climate security challenges. In response to a growing population and rising agricultural demand, the group focuses on innovation, sustainability, and farmer support to build resilient agriculture. Its ambitious green investments, use of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, and carbon-neutral strategy by 2040 exemplify its commitment to a sustainable future. In Africa and beyond, OCP positions itself as a key player in agricultural and environmental transition, combining productivity with the preservation of natural resources.
OCP Group, managing nearly 70% of the world’s phosphate reserves, has been a central player in global food security and climate action for over a century. Its expertise, coupled with its commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), makes it a pioneer in delivering innovative solutions. By integrating innovation and sustainability into its core strategy, OCP anticipates the needs of future generations while addressing today’s global challenges.
An Unprecedented Demographic and Agricultural Challenge
With the world’s population projected to reach 10 billion by 2050, a quarter of whom will be in Africa, food security represents a major challenge. This population growth will drive a 50% increase in agricultural production demand. Meeting this demand will not only require intensifying production but also adopting sustainable practices to limit environmental and climate impacts.
OCP Group has evolved to address these challenges, positioning itself as a global actor for sustainable agriculture. Its activities now extend beyond phosphate extraction to include providing tailored solutions for soil and crop nutrition. Key commitments include carbon neutrality for scopes 1 and 2 by 2030 and scope 3 by 2040, as well as a production capacity of 20 million tons of green fertilizers per year by 2027. These efforts reflect a transition towards a resilient agricultural model that balances productivity and environmental stewardship.
Empowering Farmers for Efficient Agriculture
Beyond fertilizer production, OCP Group actively supports farmers, particularly in Africa and Morocco, by providing integrated assistance. This support includes training on soil management, advanced technologies such as soil mapping and data analysis, and platforms that facilitate access to inputs and markets.
The goal is to transform farmers—small or large—into key drivers of global food security. These initiatives help improve yields while promoting sustainable and competitive agriculture. By fostering knowledge transfer and access to technological innovations, OCP promotes farmer empowerment, essential for agricultural development across Africa and beyond.
Technological Innovation: A Key Driver of Agricultural Transformation
Technological innovation plays a central role in OCP Group’s vision. The integration of artificial intelligence, agricultural data management, and predictive models is profoundly transforming agricultural practices. To maximize the impact of these tools, OCP leverages its partnership with Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a center of excellence in research and development.
This collaboration allows OCP to anticipate future changes by adjusting its operational models and strategies. By combining technological innovation with scientific expertise, OCP adopts a proactive approach to address food security and climate challenges.
An Ambitious Green Investment Strategy
OCP Group’s green investment strategy, with a budget of $13 billion for the 2023–2027 period, underscores its commitment to sustainability. Key planned initiatives include:
- Exclusive use of non-conventional water sources starting in 2024, ensuring total water autonomy for its operations.
- Seawater desalination capacity reaching 560 million m³ annually by 2026, with operational infrastructures already supplying Safi and El Jadida.
- Complete energy transition to renewable sources by 2027, with a production capacity of 5 GW from solar and wind energy.
- Annual production of one million tons of green ammonia to support the manufacturing of green fertilizers.
These goals reflect OCP’s determination to maintain its leadership while addressing global sustainability and energy efficiency challenges. This model not only contributes to agricultural resilience but also ensures the preservation of natural resources.
A Responsible Innovation Model for a Sustainable Future
OCP Group, convinced that cooperation is essential to tackle global challenges, adopts an approach based on responsible innovation and strategic partnerships. This vision relies on a sustainability-driven strategy that guides all its actions, from research to on-the-ground solutions.
Through its ecological commitments, farmer support, and innovation efforts, OCP Group plays a key role in the transition to a resilient and sustainable global agriculture. It offers an inspiring model aligned with climate and food security imperatives, while solidifying its position as a global leader.
