India's drought-hit maize crunch pits poultry, ethanol makers in 'me first' fight

Drought conditions have significantly reduced India's maize supply, setting off a scramble among industries for access to the grain.

Poultry producers, starch manufacturers and ethanol plants are all competing for limited maize. As prices continue to rise, the poultry industry has raised concerns about possible feed shortages.

Industry bodies have urged the government to prioritise maize for food production over fuel use.