Maize

With annual domestic consumption estimated at around 12 million tonnes, the current harvest places South Africa firmly in surplus.

The addition of an alternative brand could lead to price competition and potentially improved access to maize meal

With an average yield of 1.8 tonnes per hectare in 2023, Cameroon remains far from the global standard of 5.9 tonnes per hectare.

Experts urge farmers to prioritise strategies that limit disease spread, including crop rotation with non-host crops such as soya bean and small grains.

Logistical costs have surged dramatically, with traders reporting that transport costs have jumped by US$15–US$20, nearly doubling compared to earlier in the season.