Maize News in English Archives - Page 66 of 137

FG plans importation of rice paddy and maize seeds to reduce inflation

In a bid to tackle Nigeria's soaring food inflation, the federal government is contemplating an Executive Order to allow the importation of...

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Palliatives: Kwara distributes 18,000 bags of maize, sorghum to indigents

Kwara State Government, in collaboration with federal agencies, initiates the distribution of 17,578 50kg bags of maize, sorghum, and millet to support...

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Maize Flour Subsidy: Agriculture Committee says program ended up as a conduit for corruption

The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Agriculture and Livestock criticizes the maize flour subsidy program, citing flaws and lack of value for...

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White maize supplies remain a critical upside risk to SA’s food price inflation

South Africa's Crop Estimates Committee projects a 21% drop in 2023/24 summer crop production, with maize output down 19%. Despite lower yields,...

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Tenzania urges farmers to seek export markets

Tanzanian authorities are urging maize farmers to explore neighboring markets for their surplus produce, anticipating a bumper harvest exceeding 1.2 million tonnes....

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Farmers begin operations for Vanakalam in erstwhile Adilabad

Farmers in Adilabad, Telangana, gear up for the Vanakalam agriculture season as the southwest monsoon arrives. With an estimated 20 lakh acres...

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Governor Ododo Flags Off Wet Season Farming In Kogi State

Governor Ododo of Kogi State flagged off the wet season farming in Geregu, emphasizing agriculture as key to poverty eradication. Over 70%...

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Tanzania urges maize farmers to eye export markets

Tanzania's Ministry of Agriculture is urging maize farmers to explore neighboring markets for surplus as the country anticipates a bumper harvest. The...