Zimbabwe’s demand for feed corn expected to climb

Published 2024년 6월 20일

Tridge summary

In Zimbabwe, the demand for feed corn is expected to increase to 350,000 MT in 2024-2025 due to the need for supplementary feeding to sustain the national cattle herd and the ongoing growth in broiler production. Broiler meat production saw a 9% rise in 2023, reaching 210,000 MT, making chicken meat a vital and affordable protein source that fulfills over 60% of the country's meat requirements. As a result, the total domestic demand for corn in MY 2024/25 is projected to be 1.9 MMT, slightly lower than in MY 2023/24.
Disclaimer:The above summary was generated by Tridge's proprietary AI model for informational purposes.

Original content

Demand for feed corn in Zimbabwe is expected to grow to 350,000 MT in 2024-2025, according to a recent US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) report. Supplementary feeding will be required to maintain the national cattle herd at a fair condition as grazing will be limited until the start of the next rainy season (October 2024). Growth in broiler production is also expected to continue. According to Zimbabwe’s Department of Agriculture, broiler meat production grew by 9% in 2023 to 210,000 MT. Chicken meat is ubiquitous and relatively affordable compared to other meats and serves as an important protein source in ...

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