Maize
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Italian maize buyers turn to US, Brazilian supplies amid black sea disruptions
The disruption comes as attacks on Ukrainian ports and maritime infrastructure have sharply limited Black Sea export capacity.
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Nigeria expects lower wheat, rice, corn production in 2026/27 as costs bites
The expected declines could increase pressure on grain supply chains serving the country’s food manufacturing, milling and livestock feed industries.
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Vylor, Rainbow Crops partner to accelerate development of gene-edited corn traits
The initiative combines artificial intelligence, multiplex genome editing, precision breeding, and automated phenotyping to develop resilient corn traits that can withstand severe climate conditions while maximizing yield potential and input efficiency.
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Zambia signs 540,000-mt maize export deal with Kenya
The new maize agreement is expected to support further growth in agricultural export revenues while increasing foreign exchange inflows.
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Kenya considers duty-free import of 3MMT of maize amid low harvest
Kenya is reviewing a proposal from the Cereal Millers Association (CMA), which says increased imports are needed to secure adequate supplies and prevent further pressure on maize flour prices.