Maize News in English
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90South Africa’s corn production poised to grow
South Africa’s corn production is projected to rise to 16 million tonnes in 2025–26, up 4% from the previous year, driven by...
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80Fall armyworm threatens maize crop in parts of Himachal
Fall armyworm (FAW) infestation has hit maize crops across Himachal Pradesh’s North Zone, affecting up to 15% of fields in districts like...
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72Ludhiana-Punjab : ICAR hosts workshop to boost maize yields in push for bioethanol
India is promoting maize-based ethanol to meet its 30% petrol blending target by 2030. A three-day ICAR-IIMR workshop trained 27 field staff...
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61Dual feed: Maharashtra government allows ethanol production from food grains
The Maharashtra government has approved ethanol production from grains like maize and rice, aligning with national blending targets. This dual-feed policy allows...
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118Maize acreage up 15% till July 21, seen heading for a new high as farmers expand area
Maize cultivation in India has surged 15% this kharif season, reaching 71.21 lakh hectares by July 21, up from 61.73 lakh hectares...
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71Indian farmers shifting to maize cultivation as soybean, cotton acreage shrinks
Maize cultivation in India has surged this kharif season, rising from 61.73 to 71.21 lakh hectares, driven by its demand in ethanol...
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114Uganda sets target of 30,000 tonnes of maize from Nwoya farmers through new biofuel deal
Uganda has signed a public-private partnership with Bukona Agro Processors to produce ethanol from maize for blending with petrol in Malaba. Over...
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68UGA forecasts 29.26 million tons of corn harvest in Ukraine
Ukraine is expected to produce 29.26 million tons of corn in the 2025/2026 season, with exports projected at 24 million tons, according...
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95India to Begin GM Maize Trials in Punjab
Punjab has approved field trials of genetically modified (GM) maize this Kharif season, sparking controversy. While officials emphasize research benefits and water...
