Commodity & Trade Updates

Rising wheat use, lower import prices and new milling capacity are driving Senegal’s growing dependence on imported wheat, while regional flour trade adds to demand.

An R80 million government programme aims to help emerging grain farmers grow their businesses as farmers in other parts of South Africa report mixed harvest results.

Record soybean production and lower food inflation give South Africa fresh export opportunities as the country works to expand agricultural trade with China.

Kazakhstan plans to use Morocco as a trade and logistics hub to grow its wheat exports to North and West Africa.

Experts say stronger research, better seed systems and private investment can help Africa grow beyond its current share of the global seed market.