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The ban comes on the back of improved domestic production in Zimbabwe. Photo: File
2023 24 MAIZE SEASON

Maize forecast lowered again, but still sufficient for local consumption

The 2023-24 production estimate has been lowered by 2% to 13.06 million tonnes, 21% down from the 2022-23 season

  • Wandile Sihlobo
3 min read
When viewed annually, the white maize harvest is down 26%, with yellow maize down 10% from the 2022-23 season. File photo
2023 24 SUMMER GRAINS

Agricultural outlook: What to expect for South Africa’s maize and oilseed market

White maize prices are likely to be 30% higher, with yellow maize up by 20%

  • Wandile Sihlobo
4 min read