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Indian sugar industry concerned as ethanol allocation shifts toward grain

Indian sugar industry concerned as ethanol allocation shifts toward grain

July 13, 2025 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that India’s sugar industry, which saw a significant boost from the ethanol blending program, is facing new challenges due to a policy shift. In recent years, the industry has invested heavily in creating new ethanol production capacities and increasing supplies to meet the growing demand for ethanol in the blending program. […]

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Australia sees surges in May sorghum shipments

Australia sees surges in May sorghum shipments

July 13, 2025 |

In Australia, Grain Central reported that Australia exported 530,471 tons of sorghum in May, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. May’s total sorghum exports were also up from April, posting an increase from 397,983 tons shipped in April, according to the report. Well behind China on 483,133 tons as the […]

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Analysts foresee Malaysia’s palm oil production to recover this year

Analysts foresee Malaysia’s palm oil production to recover this year

July 13, 2025 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that analysts have foreseen Malaysia’s palm oil production to recover in 2025 as climatic conditions remain favorable. BMI Country Risk and Industry Research said in a note that following an expected decline of 1.6% year-on-year in the 2024/25 season, it expects a partial recovery in Malaysian output in 2025/26, forecasting a […]

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Isabela City eyes napier grass cultivation

Isabela City eyes napier grass cultivation

July 13, 2025 |

In the Philippines, Sun Star reported that the City Government of Isabela is eyeing the cultivation of napier grass and biomass energy technology not only as a renewable energy source but also as a way to empower local farmers and create green jobs. Isabela City Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman visited on July 10, a prototype […]

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China’s summer grain output holds steady at 149.7 million tons despite droughts

China’s summer grain output holds steady at 149.7 million tons despite droughts

July 13, 2025 |

In China, Yicai reported that China’s summer grain harvest remained essentially stable this year despite drought conditions, according to official data. Output of grain planted last fall and harvested from May to June declined 0.1% year-over-year to 149.7 million tons, said the National Bureau of Statistics. Summer grain, primarily wheat, accounts for at least one-fifth […]

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Brazil to reach record grain harvest of 340 million tons

Brazil to reach record grain harvest of 340 million tons

July 13, 2025 |

In Brazil, EFE Agro reported that Brazil expects to reach a record grain harvest of 339.6 million tons this year, a 14.2% increase compared to the previous season, the National Supply Company (Conab) said in its latest report. The increase is mainly due to “favorable weather, an expansion of the planted area and greater technological […]

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Argentine government says soybean production grew 3.5% this crop cycle

Argentine government says soybean production grew 3.5% this crop cycle

July 13, 2025 |

In Argentina, Infocampo reported that a total of 49.9 million tons of soybeans is the official balance of the recently completed 2024/25 harvest, according to a report prepared by the National Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries . The government’s projection, therefore, implies a 3.5% increase compared to the previous campaign, when the production was […]

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India aims to double corn production to 86 million tons by 2047

India aims to double corn production to 86 million tons by 2047

July 13, 2025 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgriConsult reported that India’s average corn yield is 3.7 tons per hectare, with some states like West Bengal and Bihar exceeding the national average. Indian Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan promised to ensure corn farmers get a fair price for their produce. Highlighting the critical need for crop diversification in Punjab and Haryana, […]

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XCF Global outlines plan to build multiple SAF production facilities

XCF Global outlines plan to build multiple SAF production facilities

July 13, 2025 |

In Texas, XCF Global shared its strategic plan to invest close to $1 billion in developing a network of SAF production facilities, expanding its U.S. footprint, and advancing its international growth strategy.  The firm noted that approximately $350 million has been invested to bring New Rise Reno online which has created approximately 60 full-time management, […]

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New water assessment study to support green hydrogen production at Port of Pecém

New water assessment study to support green hydrogen production at Port of Pecém

July 13, 2025 |

In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that RINA, an Italy-based engineering consulting, inspection, and certification company, has been selected to conduct a water assessment study aimed at securing industrial water supply for green hydrogen production at the Pecém Industrial and Port Complex (CIPP), a low-carbon development hub in Brazil. The study will explore two water […]

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