Maize News in English Archives - Page 30 of 127

US researchers create nitrogen-fixing maize

Researchers from the University of Georgia and the University of Wisconsin have developed nitrogen-fixing maize varieties, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers....

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South Africa remains with sufficient maize supplies for our annual needs

South Africa's maize harvest for 2023-24 is estimated at 13.06 million tonnes, a 21% decrease from last season due to mid-summer droughts....

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South African Maize Harvest to Drop by 20.5% in 2023/2024 Season

South Africa's maize production for the 2023/2024 season is projected to drop by 20.5%, according to the Crop Estimates Committee. The forecasted...

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Enhancing farmer’s crop productivity with resilient maize varieties tailored to their needs

Maize productivity in eastern and southern Africa faces challenges like drought, heat, and low nitrogen. CIMMYT, with partners, develops stress-tolerant maize hybrids,...

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Ukraine sends thousands of tonnes of maize to two African countries

A vessel from Ukraine will deliver 3,848 tonnes of maize to Mozambique and 19,200 tonnes to Malawi, which will be used by...

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Farmers association criticise Ghana ban on export of maize, rice and oda grains

Ghana's government has banned the export of grains like maize, rice, and soybeans due to a drought that has affected farmers' yields....

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Kharif crops sowing update till August 27

As of August 27, 2024, the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare reported significant progress in Kharif crop sowing. Maize sowing increased...