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USDA launches program to assist US dairy farmers bounce back from pandemic losses
US – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a new program aimed at providing additional pandemic assistance for dairy farmers whose livelihoods were…
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Agriculture, food import bills in Kenya, Nigeria surge due to dwindling local supply
KENYA – Kenya’s enhanced importation of grain and cereals to cover for production shortfalls locally on the back of late planting in the main crop…
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Shoprite signals exit from Uganda, Madagascar to focus on profitable home market
SOUTH AFRICA – Africa’s largest retailer, Shoprite is continuing to review its operations outside its home market South Africa, with the retailer classifying its operations…
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Kenya boosts local consumption of coffee with establishment of coffee houses in universities
KENYA – Kenya produces an average of 45,000 MT of coffee annually, out of which, about 95% is exported as raw commodity to international markets.…
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Woolworths gets rid of CEO position in South Africa as current head steps down from position
SOUTH AFRICA – Retail giant Woolworths has reviewed its leadership structure for its South African operations and will not retain the CEO role as it…