According to the High Planning Commission (HPC), the Moroccan economy realized a growth rate of 4,2% in 2004 (May 20, 2005) against 5,5% in the previous year. This rate represents 1,2 point more than the objective of the 2004 finance law  and 0,7 point compared to the 3,5% expected by the HPC. The nonagricultural activities have contributed to this growth with an increase of 4,7% (3,5% in 2003). The rise realized by agriculture represents 1,9% only against 18% in 2003.