Agriculture & Food Security
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S&P Global: Egypt’s corn imports set to slow as feed demand weakens and stocks rise
High grain stocks and lower poultry feed demand are expected to reduce Egypt’s corn import needs through mid-2026, even as the country continues efforts to strengthen food security.
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AFC commits US$600M to Dangote’s US$7B fertiliser expansion in Africa
The financing will support a major increase in fertiliser production in Nigeria and fund a new manufacturing plant in Ethiopia as Africa seeks to strengthen food production and cut reliance on imports.
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Morocco’s Phosphate industry helps cushion economy as global growth slows
Rising fertilizer exports are helping Morocco manage higher energy costs and weaker global economic growth, according to the World Bank.
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ICRISAT, Soket AI join forces to build AI tools for climate-smart agriculture
The partnership will combine agricultural research and artificial intelligence to improve decision-making for farmers, researchers and policymakers across the Global South.
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Egypt’s wheat harvest strengthens food security as local supply rises
Higher wheat procurement, better storage, and improved farming methods are helping Egypt reduce pressure from imports and global market shocks.