In a win-win trade triumph, South Africa’s Free State and China’s Guangdong province are teaming up to turn corn into opportunity. With a landmark deal brokered by COFCO Group, 62 farms in the Free State exported their first batch of high-quality field corn to Guangdong’s fish farmers this year, creating a farm-to-table supply chain that’s feeding both economies.
This isn’t just about corn—it’s about connection. The partnership sprouted jobs, tech sharing, and sustainable farming practices in South Africa, while Guangdong’s aquaculture sector now has affordable feed to meet China’s growing demand for seafood.
For young entrepreneurs and eco-conscious foodies alike, it’s proof that global trade can taste good.
\"This collaboration shows how smart partnerships can uplift communities on both sides,\" said a COFCO spokesperson. With plans to expand exports, the deal is a blueprint for equitable growth—one golden kernel at a time.
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South African corn exports boost mutually beneficial development
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