Maize

China’s feed sector is turning to cheaper grain substitutes as hog losses reshape corn demand.

FEFAC said lower forage production will widen the EU’s feed protein deficit, increasing demand for imported soy products.

Maize stalks could create shortages of animal feed during the dry season.

President Museveni, Dutch Ambassador discuss boosting raw materials for the animal feed industry.

Zambia is a key maize producer in Southern Africa, and cross-border demand from countries such as the DRC, Malawi, and Zimbabwe often drives informal and formal trade flow

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.

The new tool uses satellite data and artificial intelligence to create maps that predict contamination risk zones and has been trained on over a decade of maize samples.

EFSA’s panel of experts has examined the maize thoroughly and found no risks when used as intended in food and feed products.

A lot of the pollution that comes from burning occurs in neighbouring countries, where corn is grown for export to Thailand.