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104Sugarcane production in Kenya
President William Ruto aims to position Kenya as a sugar exporter by 2027, citing revived industry efforts. Key steps include writing off...
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89China announces action plan on edible oil inspections
China has launched a nationwide edible oil inspection plan to boost food safety following 2024 contamination incidents. Running from April to December...
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87Maize Production Dips, Pushing Flour Prices Up
Kenya’s maize, millet, and potato production declined in 2024, driving food price increases. Maize output dropped 6.1% due to erratic rains, prompting...
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59Sri Lanka poultry exports blocked by maize autarky, import licensing
Sri Lanka’s poultry export growth is stifled by maize import restrictions and high duties, says Ceylon Grain Elevators. Local maize covers under...
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82Increase in ethanol blending is impacting sugar prices
India now targets a 30% ethanol blend in petrol after achieving its 20% goal ahead of schedule. While this boosts energy security,...
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60Rice prices drop slightly, but vegetables remain steep
Retail rice prices in Dhaka have dropped by Tk8–10 per kg due to new Boro paddy arrivals, with Miniket now selling at...
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87Paddy, pulses acreage has increased this kharif season: Centre
Paddy and pulses cultivation has expanded this kharif season, the Agriculture Ministry said. As of May 2, paddy acreage rose by 3.44...
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91European wheat output to bounce back
The USDA forecasts global wheat output to rise in 2025–26, led by an 11% production rebound in the EU to 136 million...
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63Pvt sector purchases surge as wheat procurement nears end in Punjab
Punjab's wheat procurement season is nearing completion with a record 11 lakh tonnes bought by private traders — the highest since the...
