By Doreen Chembe
The Food Reserve Agency (FRA) has advised farmers to exercise caution and avoid selling maize at giveaway prices to private buyers.
This follows reports that some farmers have already begun selling their maize at very low prices.
FRA Public Relations Coordinator John Chipandwe told ZNBC News that farmers should adopt gradual and strategic selling in order to benefit from better prices over time.
Mr. Chipandwe further urged farmers to keep sufficient stocks for household consumption and as a buffer against unforeseen challenges such as drought.
He said that maintaining reserves is essential for both household and national food security.
-ZNBC