Domestic supplies replaced with cheaper imports for animal feed use.

Bills approved by committee address operational flexibility, driver shortage.

Moisture arrives ahead of sowing season for 2023-24 crop.

Gary Sharkey of Hovis replaces Roger Butler.

Farmers may struggle financially during transition.

Will help recover downgraded product, improve efficiency.

Annual meeting elects leadership, engages with federal officials, lawmakers.

EU, French Development Agency provide 60 million euros to add 420,000 tonnes.

Nation has faced several poor harvests and some of the driest months in recent history.