Maize News in English Archives - Page 48 of 123

FG To Import 20,000MT Of Rice, Maize Seeds To Fight Food Insecurity

Nigeria's federal government plans urgent rice and maize seed imports totaling 10,000MT each to boost domestic food production amidst rising food insecurity,...

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Better maize prices bring relief to Ambala farmers

Spring maize farmers in Ambala district are experiencing relief this year as prices have surged compared to last year. Despite challenges such...

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GMB Pledges To Pay Maize Farmers Within 21 Days

The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) announced this week that it disbursed US$3.29 million to farmers who delivered maize and other grains since...

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Feed prices remain high despite record maize harvest, low rates

Bangladesh's record maize harvest has slashed prices by 40%, now at Tk 24-28 per kg, benefiting farmers. However, poultry, fish, and dairy...

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Malawi farming experiment shows how simple changes can boost maize yields and improve soil

In northern Malawi, smallholder farmers face challenges due to unpredictable rainfall and high temperatures, causing soil erosion and declining fertility. Trials by...

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FG To Import 20,000MT Of Rice, Maize Seeds To Fight Food Insecurity

The Nigerian federal government has announced plans to import 10,000MT of rice and maize seeds each, aiming to boost domestic food production...

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Nationwide Hunger: Tinubu’s government sends 1,000 metric tons of food to Benue

President Bola Tinubu's government has donated 1,005 metric tons of grains to Benue state to combat widespread hunger and stagflation. During a...

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GMOs return to haunt Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe faces renewed debate over GMOs amid a severe drought, prompting discussions on importing genetically modified maize. Despite longstanding skepticism, officials allow...