wheat
Extreme heat and drought at flowering could put future wheat harvests at risk
New research shows that short periods of extreme heat and drought during flowering could become one of the biggest threats to global wheat production in the coming decades. As the climate changes, farmers around the world are facing more frequent and intense weather extremes. While drought has long been[...]
Corteva Crop Protection puts weed-free wheat first
Wheat is one of the most important staple crops in South Africa, playing a critical role in food security, livestock feed, and the economy. However, wheat farmers face significant challenges in protecting their crops from weeds and invasive grasses that compete for nutrients, water, and sunlight. Without effective weed[...]
Agri Trends: South Africa’s white maize production estimate revised up
Maize: CBOT corn prices rose by 3,1% both week-on-week and month-on-month, buoyed by weather-related concerns in the U.S. during planting. However, the USDA reported that U.S. corn planting reached 27% complete on April 29, up from 12% the previous week and surpassing the five-year average of 22%. CBOT corn[...]
Agri Trends: Grains and Oilseed – SAFEX and CBOT maize prices followed divergent trends
Maize market trends International maize market CBOT corn prices continue to lose momentum, trading near three-year lows underscored by big harvests from South America. As a result, CBOT corn prices decreased by 7,8% compared to a month ago. Contributing to the ample global supplies are record corn stock levels[...]
Choose your wheat variety wisely!
by SeedCo Commercial Agronomy As we head towards the summer crops harvest and winter wheat planting, farmers are being faced with choices on the best varieties to plant. One does not have to look far – SeedCo Zambia has been the market leader in this regard for a long[...]