PODCAST: South Africa eases a path for possible maize imports from the US

South Africa’s decision to ease possible maize imports from the US is not necessarily bad. It is a ‘safety option’ in recognition that our white maize supplies ...

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PODCAST: South Africa eases a path for possible maize imports from the US

South Africa’s decision to ease possible maize imports from the US is not necessarily bad. It is a ‘safety option’ in recognition that our white maize supplies are tight.

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