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Record wheat production, exports seen for Argentina

Record wheat production, exports seen for Argentina

February 1, 2026 |

In Missouri, World Grain reported that improvements in crop technology combined with favorable weather have helped boost Argentina’s wheat production and exports to record levels for marketing year 2025-26, according to a report from the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the US Department of Agriculture. The FAS projects Argentina’s wheat crop to reach a record […]

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Ukrainian grain exports almost reached 18.5 million tons

Ukrainian grain exports almost reached 18.5 million tons

February 1, 2026 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgro Consult reported that as of January 28, in the marketing year 2025/26, Ukraine exported 18.4 million tons of grain and leguminous crops, which is 27.8% less than last year. This was reported on the website of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine. As of January 28, Ukrainian wheat exports […]

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Anec lowers forecast for Brazilian soybean exports in January, but still sees record highs.

Anec lowers forecast for Brazilian soybean exports in January, but still sees record highs.

February 1, 2026 |

In Brazil, Noticias Agricolas reported that Brazil’s soybean exports in January were estimated at 3.23 million tons, about 500,000 tons below the previous week’s projection, but still a record level for the first month of the year, according to the National Association of Cereal Exporters (Anec). Shipments from the world’s largest producer and exporter of […]

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Indonesia’s Palm Oil Association warns new export proceeds rule could burden industry

Indonesia’s Palm Oil Association warns new export proceeds rule could burden industry

February 1, 2026 |

In Indonesia, Indonesia Business Post reported that Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI) has warned that the government’s revised policy on Natural Resource Export Proceeds (DHE SDA) could place significant financial pressure on the palm oil industry. Under the new regulation, exporters are required to place 100% of their export proceeds in state-owned banks, known collectively […]

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Australian researchers investigates impact of night-time temperatures on sorghum yields

Australian researchers investigates impact of night-time temperatures on sorghum yields

February 1, 2026 |

In Australia, Ground Cover reported that a researcher is investigating whether Central Queensland’s warmer nights are behind its lower sorghum yields. A Central Queensland researcher is examining the effects of elevated night-time temperatures on sorghum this summer to understand how these conditions affect grain yields, according to the report. Doug Sands, a Principal Research Agronomist […]

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South Africa’s corn exports on rise

South Africa’s corn exports on rise

February 1, 2026 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgro Consult reported that  a report from the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the US Department of Agriculture showed a positive outlook for South Africa’s 2025-26 corn crop following the previous season’s strong harvest is leading to oversupply in the domestic market with exports anticipated to increase amid lackluster growth in domestic demand. […]

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China buys more Canadian canola after Mark Carney visit

China buys more Canadian canola after Mark Carney visit

February 1, 2026 |

In Singapore, Reuters reported that Chinese importers secured up to ten Canadian canola cargoes following Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Beijing in January. Canadian canola is expected to be shipped between February and April, two traders with direct knowledge of the deals said. Each cargo is of around 65,000 metric tons, according to the […]

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Heat wave hits Argentina, threatening corn and soybean crops

Heat wave hits Argentina, threatening corn and soybean crops

February 1, 2026 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgro Consult reported that hot and dry weather in Argentina is threatening corn and soybean yields. In recent days, air temperatures in the country have climbed to nearly 40°C, while key agricultural regions are in urgent need of rainfall. However, no significant improvement is expected until February, according to the report. “This heat […]

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Renewable Fuels Association welcomes Trump’s decision to reconsider year-round E15

Renewable Fuels Association welcomes Trump’s decision to reconsider year-round E15

February 1, 2026 |

In India, BioEnergy Times reported that The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) welcomed US President Donald Trump’s renewed support for the US ethanol industry after he urged Congress to send a bill allowing year-round sales of E15 fuel and said he would approve it immediately. Speaking at an event in Des Moines, Iowa, Trump said he […]

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Oswal–Greenzo JV to develop 5 MW green hydrogen plant at Indian port

Oswal–Greenzo JV to develop 5 MW green hydrogen plant at Indian port

February 1, 2026 |

In India, SolarQuarter reported that Oswal Greenzo Energies, a joint venture between Oswal Energies Limited and Greenzo Energy India Limited, has been awarded the contract to design, supply, install, test, and commission a 5 MW Green Hydrogen Plant at Deendayal Port, Kandla, under the Government of India’s Sagarmala Initiative. Executed on an EPC basis, the […]

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