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Africa as a strategic direction for India’s palm oil imports

India remains heavily reliant on 9–10 million tonnes of annual palm oil imports, mainly from Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. Indonesia’s B50 biodiesel...

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Rice News in English

Africa set to defy global rice output decline in 2026/27, says FAO

Africa is projected to be the only region increasing rice production in 2026/27, rising 1.6% to 29.3 million tonnes, while global output...

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Rice News in English

Rice-growing tropical regions to feel effects of El Niño

Developing El Niño conditions are expected to bring drier weather to tropical regions during late 2026, threatening rice, sugarcane, coffee and cocoa...

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Wheat News in English

Canada seeks bigger share of Africa’s wheat import market

Canada sees Africa as a major growth market for wheat exports due to rising population, urbanization and incomes. Canada exported 5 million...

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Wheat News in English

West, Central Africa push wheat revolution

West and Central Africa produce only 1–1.3 million tonnes of wheat annually, leaving the region heavily import-dependent despite rising demand. Regional stakeholders...

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How the “Russian grain trap” undermines political stability in Africa

A study finds African dependence on Russian wheat increases political instability due to supply concentration and export volatility, especially after 2022. Russia’s...

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Maize News in English

AI Tool Makes “Invisible Enemy” Visible, Tackling Aflatoxin Risk in Africa’s Maize

An AI-powered Aflatoxin Early Warning System (A-EWS) predicts maize contamination hotspots in East Africa using satellite and historical data. Developed by IITA...