Maize

The USDA report also forecasts a 6% rise in maize consumption, reaching 4.4 million metric tons.

This initiative aims to exploit the region’s potential to become a major maize producer.

The petitioners argued that the introduction of GMO maize poses risks to indigenous maize varieties.

South Africa’s maize output for the 2023-24 production season stands at approximately 13.34 million tonnes, down 26% for white maize and 12% for yellow maize.

During this period, a reduced customs duty of 5% will apply to corn imports, with individual shipments capped at 8,000 tons.