Agriculture & Food Security
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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.
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Dry weather negatively impacts Turkey’s wheat, barley outlook: USDA
The FAS notes that wheat consumption has stagnated in recent years due to demographic changes and evolving consumption habits.
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IITA’s new maize hybrid delivers on yield, resilience in Nigeria
SAMMAZ77 achieved 5–35% higher yields under combined stressors of fall armyworm infestation, Striga parasitism, and severe drought.
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Tanzania imposes blanket ban on South African, Malawian farm imports amid escalating trade dispute
The decision, announced by Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe, follows the failure of both countries to lift their restrictions on Tanzanian farm products, despite five years of negotiations.