Maize vendors have invaded Nkhanga Ward in Lundazi district buying maize at exploitative prices.

Some unscrupulous maize buyers have invaded Nkhanga Ward in Lundazi district buying maize at as low as 30 Kwacha per 50 kilogramme bag.
Nkhanga Ward Councillor, Obote Banda confirmed the development to Breeze News in an interview.
He indicated that the briefcase buyers are taking advantage of the villagers, who are facing economic hardships to reap them off.
Mr. Banda says that there is need for government to quickly announce the floor price for maize as this will help farmers make informed decisions.
He stated that as FRA, the Food Reserve Agency waits for maize moisture content to reach the recommended percentage, it is important that farmers know the buying price.
And Mr. Banda appealed to people in the ward not to sell all their produce due to imminent hunger in the area.