Maize News in English
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64UK : Reducing soil nitrogen losses from fertilizer use in global maize and wheat production
Researchers used machine learning to map soil nitrogen losses from maize and wheat cultivation. In 2020, synthetic fertilizer use led to significant...
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50Maize and other Vital Crops Can Control Water Loss Without Relying on Stomata
Researchers have discovered that maize, sorghum, and proso millet—key C4 crops—can manage water loss without relying on their typical stomatal pores. This...
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57UP to buy coarse grains including maize, millet, and sorghum from farmers starting Oct 1
The Uttar Pradesh government will begin coarse grain procurement for 2024-25 from October 1 to December 31, including maize, millet, and sorghum....
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44USDA expects Romania’s maize crop at lowest level in 11 years
The USDA has revised Romania's maize production forecast for the 2024-2025 season, predicting a drop to 7.8 million tonnes, the lowest in...
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63India becomes a major maize importer as ethanol demand rises
India, previously a major maize exporter, has turned into a significant importer due to the government's focus on ethanol production from maize....
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61Kenya : How Ruto managed to lower price of unga in two years
In his two years in office, President William Ruto's administration focused on agricultural reforms, reducing farm input costs and boosting production. Key...
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49Nigeria : FG hands over 24,180 bags of maize, garri to Akwa Ibom
Mrs. Umar highlighted that the president’s promise to distribute food items is aimed at mitigating the current economic challenges in Nigeria. She...
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66Maize emerging as a key crop in India
Maize demand in India is rising due to its use in feed, starch, alcohol, and ethanol. Prices have increased by 20%, driving...
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64UK : Check maize is mature before harvesting, expert advises
April 2024 was the UK's sixth wettest April, delaying maize drilling until May. The summer, the coldest since 2015, is warming up....
