Milling & Grains – COMMODITY & TRADE UPDATES

Governments across the region move to limit imports while demand for rice keeps rising.

Higher export targets and early season limits shape current supply levels.

Early estimates show improved harvests as better weather and state support help farmers increase production.

Strong regional demand keeps African markets at the center of South Africa’s maize trade.

The government says the move will help boost sales of locally produced rice as demand continues to rise.