AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Morocco introduces new rules for subsidized flour production and wheat procurement
The updated rules set clear conditions for wheat purchasing, flour production, packaging, and pricing while keeping retail prices unchanged.
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Grain SA calls for new wheat strategy after tariff decision
The organisation says South Africa must focus on profitable wheat production after the government left the wheat tariff framework unchanged.
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Grandes Moagens de Angola and Soufflet Négoce partner to launch nation’s first vocational baking school
The agreement brings together GMA’s local milling presence and SNBI’s international milling and baking expertise to create a structured training platform for Angolan bakers for the first time.
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Cameroon, Chad step up local wheat plans to reduce import dependence
Both countries are increasing investment in wheat production as they work to cut imports and improve local supply, although high production costs still limit competitiveness.
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Ethiopia links research and industry to strengthen local malt barley production
The new agreement aims to cut imports by improving seed development, grain quality and support for farmers as demand from breweries continues to rise.