The disruption comes as attacks on Ukrainian ports and maritime infrastructure have sharply limited Black Sea export capacity.
The expected declines could increase pressure on grain supply chains serving the country’s food manufacturing, milling and livestock feed industries.
The new maize agreement is expected to support further growth in agricultural export revenues while increasing foreign exchange inflows.
Kenya is reviewing a proposal from the Cereal Millers Association (CMA), which says increased imports are needed to secure adequate supplies and prevent further pressure on maize flour prices.
Kenya is ready to increase maize imports from Uganda but insists that strict food safety standards must accompany expanded trade.