Nigeria
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Nigeria expects lower wheat, rice, corn production in 2026/27 as costs bites
The expected declines could increase pressure on grain supply chains serving the country’s food manufacturing, milling and livestock feed industries.
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Nigeria to strengthen food security under AgriConnect by 2031
The program targets a 30% increase in rice, maize, and wheat yields, while cassava yields should rise by 35%.
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Olam Agri unveils ‘Baking Brighter Futures’ with US$2M commitment for African bakers
The initiative brings together Olam Agri’s existing baker-development programmes across several African markets under a broader platform designed to expand skills development and economic opportunities in the baking sector.
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Nigeria accelerates drive to meet soaring domestic wheat demand
Nigeria is intensifying efforts to bridge the widening gap between domestic wheat production and surging consumption, even as imports remain the primary source of supply.
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Okin Biscuits to resume production after 17-year shutdown
The company said biscuits rolled off the rehabilitated production line during a technical trial run, although further testing and rehabilitation are required before the products return to the market.