The shipment follows a commercial agreement finalized during Export Exchange 2023 in Austin, Texas, and further reinforced during the 2024-25 Corn Quality Rollout held in Istanbul
Kenya’s high reliance on maize, a staple that is highly susceptible to aflatoxins, has worsened the problem, with detection and surveillance mechanisms remaining only marginally effective
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.
This paradox can be explained by various key factors that highlight South Africa’s dominance in maize production in Africa.
The move comes amid concerns over tight maize supplies and the resulting impact on consumer prices for staple foods particularly ugali