Maize News in English
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121Cabinet approves MSP for 14 Kharif crops; maize MSP up by Rs 135 per quintal
The Union Cabinet announced MSP for 14 Kharif crops, including paddy, ragi, bajra, and maize, with a financial implication of Rs 2...
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138El Niño set to wane, but severe summer drought hits SA’s maize, beans
Southern Africa faces a severe midsummer drought due to El Niño, affecting maize and bean harvests in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and...
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107DGFT proposes review in export obligation period for certain sectors
The DGFT has proposed amendments to extend export obligation periods for spices (12 months), coconut oil (6 months from 90 days), silk...
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126Cultivating Seeds of Change
In Zambia's drought-stricken Kalabo district, amidst widespread crop failures, Mr. Kasamba Namasiku stands as a beacon of hope. Trained under the SUN...
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126AfDB supports Nigeria with$134m to cultivate rice, maize,cassava, soyabeans
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is providing $134 million to Nigeria to boost food production by cultivating 300,000 hectares each of rice...
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129Zim needs to import 1 million tonnes of maize to stave off hunger: US
The US government forecasts Zimbabwe may import 1 million metric tonnes of maize in MY 2024/25 due to a 58% drop in...
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144FG distributes 42,000MT of food to vulnerable Nigerians
The Federal Government has commenced the distribution of 42,000 metric tonnes of food items to ease economic hardships, starting in Borno State....
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119GMB Disburses US$3.29 Million to Farmers for Grain Deliveries
The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) of Zimbabwe has disbursed US$3.29 million to farmers for maize and other grains delivered since April 1,...
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115‘Tanzania could beat Uganda to big grain deal with Zambia’
East African Grain Council (EAGC) discusses Uganda's role in supplying maize to Zambia amidst drought, emphasizing competitive pricing and quality standards. EAGC...
