In India, KNN reported that India is set to achieve a record wheat harvest in 2025, with production expected to reach 117 million metric tons, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The report noted that this surge is attributed to favorable weather conditions and the adoption of climate-resilient, high-yielding seed varieties. Ratan Tiwari, director […]
In the UK, Carbon Brief reported that global yields of wheat are around 10% lower now than they would have been without the influence of climate change, according to a new study. The research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, looks at data on climate change and growing conditions for wheat […]
In California, IndexBox reported that the sorghum market in Asia is expected to see an upward consumption trend driven by increasing demand, with a forecasted CAGR of over 1.3% in volume and over 1.8% in value from 2024 to 2035. By the end of 2035, market volume is projected to reach 19 million tons and […]
In Canada, Alberta Farmer Express reported that the International Grains Council (IGC) raised its forecast for 2025/26 global corn production, chiefly driven by a slight upward revision in the outlook for Brazil’s crop. The body increased its forecast for global corn production by 3 million metric tons to 1.277 billion tons. Brazil’s corn production was […]
In Missouri, World Grain reported that Bartlett plans to acquire agribusiness Ceres Global Ag Corp. in a deal valued at approximately $140.1 million. Under the terms of the agreement, a newly formed entity controlled by Bartlett Grain is slated to buy all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Ceres Global for $4.50 per […]
In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that The Brazilian soybean harvest is practically complete. According to the latest survey by Brazilian research firm Safras & Mercado, work has reached 99.7%, with the states of the Northeast and South exceeding 99%, with only small areas remaining to be reaped. The report noted that average yields, in general, remained […]
In Argentina, Infobae reported that Argentina’s Ministry of Economy announced the extension of the temporary reduction in grain export duties on wheat and barley exports until March 31, 2026. Meanwhile, the government decided to exclude other crops such as soybeans and corn from an extension, which will again have higher duties starting in July. Until […]
In the Netherlands, Offshore Energy reported that Finnish shipping company Finnlines has decided to launch a low-emission sea transportation service. As part of the new Green Lane service, there will be two options for new low-emission shipments: electricity or biofuels. The 100% electricity-powered shipments will be available on the busy Naantali–Kapellskär route, which is operated […]
In Spain, Ence said that Magnon, a renewable energy company subsidiary of the Ence group, Power2X and ErasmoPower2X have signed an agreement to explore the development of an e-methanol plant at Magnon’s industrial complex in Puertollano, Ciudad Real, Spain. Around 380,000 tons of biogenic CO2 will be captured each year, which is equivalent to the […]
In Malaysia, SK chemicals has signed an MOU with Malaysia’s kitchenware manufacturer LH Plus, to supply copolyester and circular recycled plastic materials. LH Plus, based in Malaysia, is a manufacturer of plastic kitchenware, selling approximately 6 million products annually, including food and beverage containers. Under the MoU, SK chemicals will supply LH Plus with up […]
