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AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Tanzania targets 6 million hectares under improved seeds by 2030
The government plans to expand access to certified seeds, strengthen local production and increase agro-dealer outlets as it works to raise farm productivity and food security.
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Maize imports push down Kenyan grain prices as farmers face growing pressure
Large volumes of duty-free maize entering Kenya from regional markets have cut local grain prices, raising concerns about farmer incomes and future production.
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US farm groups push for GMO policy changes in Africa through AGOA talks
American farm groups want Washington to tie AGOA trade benefits to wider acceptance of biotechnology products in African markets.
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Iraq expects 5M ton wheat harvest as self-sufficiency holds
Good rainfall and higher water reserves have helped Iraq stay on track for a fourth straight year without wheat imports.
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BUA Foods records 66.13% compound annual revenue growth, ranks among Africa’s fastest-growing companies
BUA Foods attributed its strong performance to sustained investments in production capacity and an aggressive expansion of its nationwide distribution network.