Zambia Forecasts 4.1 Million-Ton Corn Harvest, Extending Record Run for a Second Year
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Updated · Bloomberg · May 18
Zambia Forecasts 4.1 Million-Ton Corn Harvest, Extending Record Run for a Second Year
2 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 18
Summary
More than 4.1 million tons of corn could be harvested in Zambia this year, the millers association said, pointing to a second straight record crop before the government issues its official forecast.
A 6% increase from 2025’s final 3.87 million-ton harvest reflects what millers say they have already seen in the fields, according to association president Andrew Chintala.
That larger staple crop could help ease food-price pressure and cool inflation in Zambia.
The bumper harvest also carries fiscal risks, underscoring the challenge for authorities as they prepare to release the official outlook in coming weeks.