Maize News in English
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223Research improving food security in Uganda
The Agriculture Ministry, in collaboration with partners like the International Institute for Rural Rescue (IIRR), has conducted extension training sessions across 28...
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164GMO maize, potatoes ready for market, says agency
The National Biosafety Authority plans to introduce 42 GMO crop varieties pending court decisions. CEO Dr. Roy Mugiira notes maize, cassava, and...
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173NARO scores big in maize and rice value addition through research
The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries in Uganda unveiled a strategy to foster collaboration among stakeholders in the agricultural sector....
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199Maize boom means more work for Samco
Samco, an agri-engineering firm in Limerick, saw a 60% turnover increase to €18.8m, driven partly by maize expansion in Ireland. However, profit...
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162Govt identifies five drought mitigation pillars
Zimbabwe unveils a comprehensive strategy to combat El Nino-induced drought and fortify resilience in agriculture. Five key pillars, including increased irrigation, horticulture,...
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171SA trims maize output forecast as outlook worsens north of Limpopo in El Niño’s wake
South Africa's Crop Estimates Committee has revised down maize production forecasts for the season, though domestic demand should still be met. However,...
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177Maize and trade: Free lesson for Kenya from México
In a March report, US trade officials criticized Kenya's maize aflatoxin limits, deeming them lower than US standards. These concerns, echoing those...
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180Untimely rains impacting French grains
Recent rains in France have impacted wheat, barley, and maize planting, hindering progress in the EU's leading grains producer. According to FranceAgriMer...
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247Borno: NEMA says 37,000 bags of food distributed to reduce hunger
NEMA delivers 37,000 bags of assorted food to Borno, approved by President Bola Tinubu, addressing socio-economic hardship. Governor Zulum assures judicious distribution....
