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Agriculture & Food Security
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Kazakhstan expands oilseeds capacity amid strategic agricultural shift: Foreign Agricultural Service
This growth is attributed to better seed varieties and agronomic practices.
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Tanzania launches 1 million tonne fertilizer plant to boost self-reliance
The facility is operated by ITRACOM Fertilizers, a Burundian company, and currently employs 1,500 workers.
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Malawi’s maize output falls 20% in five years amid alarming soil degradation
Maize accounts for roughly 53% of Malawi’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), meaning that fluctuations in its supply significantly impact inflation and the broader economy.
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Liberian corn farmers urge government to invest in modern facilities to boost agriculture
Currently, corn harvests are lining the roadsides of Liberia’s Nimba County, indicating a productive season. However, without proper post-harvest solutions, much of this bounty may go to waste or be sold at a lower value.
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South Africa’s maize production exceeds Nigeria’s with just half the land area
This paradox can be explained by various key factors that highlight South Africa’s dominance in maize production in Africa.