maize production Archives

Niger State Signs MOU with Benin Republic to Boost Cotton, Maize, Soybean Production

Niger State, Nigeria, has signed a multi-billion-dollar MoU with Benin to boost cotton, maize, and soybean production. The initiative targets 450,000 tonnes...

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South Africa raises corn crop estimate

South Africa’s Crop Estimation Committee raised the 2025 commercial maize production forecast to 16.2 million tonnes, up 26% from last year, with...

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Kenya’s maize production has recovered

Kenya’s maize harvest is projected at 4.4 million tonnes in 2025/26, up 15% from last season due to expanded plantings and better...

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India-US Corn Trade Dispute and Ethanol Policy

U.S.–India corn trade tensions arise from India’s self-sufficiency and ethanol use. India diverts maize for ethanol, supporting energy security and rural incomes....

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Bangladesh : Bumper maize production in Panchagarh

Farmers in Panchagarh’s char areas along the Karatoa River achieved a bumper maize harvest this year. Cultivated on sandy lands unsuitable for...

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India’s maize productivity is low, except in high-yield states.

India’s maize yield averages 3.5 tonnes/ha, below the global 6 tonnes. States like West Bengal and Bihar exceed this due to rabi-season...

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Early monsoon to boost crop production, acreage surge 11%: Report

The early monsoon arrival, 10–15 days ahead of schedule, has boosted crop sowing, with acreages up 11%. The shift in cropping patterns...

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“Maize production must grow at 8-9 per cent annually to support India’s ethanol blending target of E30”

At the 11th India Maize Summit, leaders from government, research, and industry stressed maize’s growing importance, particularly for ethanol. ICAR’s Dr. H.S....