In India, The Economic Times reported that the United States could cut tariffs on Indian imports to 15-16% from 50%, with the deal likely to hinge on energy and agriculture. The report noted that Corn and soybeans have figured prominently in the negotiations, with the United States eager to sell these two agricultural products to […]
In Malaysia, Human Resources reported that Malaysia’s palm oil exports have risen by 102,000 tons to 1.42mn tons in September. The largest improvement came from South Asia, where exports to India reached the highest in 11 months. Shipments to Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the Americas and Central Asia have also […]
In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that Indonesia, the world’s largest producer of palm oil, is weighing new restrictions on crude palm oil (CPO) exports as part of its ambitious plan to expand domestic biodiesel production. Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced on October 14 that the government may regulate exports to ensure sufficient supply for its upcoming […]
In Missouri, Brownfield reported that a new study shows that improving nitrogen use efficiency can create economic and climate benefits across U.S. corn production. Kenny Avery, CEO of Advanced Agrilytics, says their research shows a reduction in nitrogen use can lead to greater ROI and more consistent yields. Advanced Agrilytics unveiled its new white paper […]
In Brazil, Reuters reported that soybean harvest in Brazil will reach a record 178.5 million tons in 2026, up 3.9% from 2025, industry association Abiove said. The projected increase takes into account a revised 2025 soybean crop estimate of 171.8 million tons, 1.5 million tons higher than the September forecast. “The figures reflect the strength […]
In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that production of non-GM soybeans for the food industry in the United States remained stable in 2025, maintaining its share in the country’s overall agricultural output. According to the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), American farmers planted 2.22 million acres of non-GMO soybeans for food use, with 1.67 million acres grown […]
In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Norwegian energy company Equinor and NG Nordic-owned Mana have formed an early-stage strategic partnership to explore the potential development of the Nordics’ first large-scale waste-to-methanol project at Mongstad complex, with the support of sustainable technology solutions provider NEXTCHEM. The plan is to convert around 550,000 tons of residual […]
In New York, Plug Power announced a strategic partnership with Edgewood Renewables to support the development and construction of its advanced renewable fuel facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The project is designed to process waste biomass feedstocks to produce sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel, and biomethanol, while utilizing, within its process, renewable natural gas […]
In India, Times of India reported that Sael Industries, an integrated renewable energy company, announced that it expects to procure 2 million tons of paddy waste this year and convert it into clean electricity through its fuel aggregator. The firm operates 11 waste-to-energy (WTE) plants across Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan, totaling 165 MW, according to […]
In Finland, Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of technology group Wärtsilä, has been contracted to deliver a biogas upgrading plant (PuregasCA) to Danish renewable energy solutions provider Bigadan AS. The plant will have the capacity to upgrade 6000 Nm3 per hour of raw biogas. The order with Wärtsilä was booked in the third quarter of 2025. […]
