Maize

Despite solid domestic corn production in Turkey this season, low opening stocks and expanding poultry output have increased import requirements.

Declining local maize prices have put traders and the Malawi Government on a collision course as the entrepreneurs have resorted to defying an export ban in search of better prices.

Favorable La Niña weather conditions in South Africa brought normal to above-normal rainfall during the corn planting period during October to December, leading to projected production of 16 million tonnes.

Only 186,000 bags have been delivered so far, a shortfall the CS attributed to hoarding

The larger maize area signals the potential for improved raw material supply in 2026, which could ease pressure on millers and feed manufacturers.