Tanzania, July 18 -- Dar/Upcountry. As maize farmers complain about falling prices, the government has urged them to remain patient until Monday, July 20, 2026, when it will issue official guidelines for the start of maize purchases by the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA).

Maize prices are said to have dropped because large volumes of the crop have reached the market simultaneously, creating severe hardships for farmers.

The Southern Highlands, comprising seven regions, is not only Tanzania's leading food-producing zone but also depends heavily on maize farming as the main source of livelihoods and a key contributor to national food security.

Currently, maize is selling for between Sh5,000 and Sh7,000 per a 20-kilogramme bucket, com...