Category: Food & Agriculture

USDA NASS crop progress report showed U.S. corn and soybean conditions unchanged

USDA NASS crop progress report showed U.S. corn and soybean conditions unchanged

June 26, 2026 |

In Minnesota, Progressive Farmer reported that the latest USDA NASS Crop Progress report showed U.S. corn and soybean conditions unchanged from the previous week. Widespread rainfall has reduced drought and kept soil moisture high across the Corn Belt with generally good crop conditions, though flooding, severe weather, and upcoming heat remain key concerns, according to […]

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Climate change boosts soybean production but worsens bean quality, study finds

Climate change boosts soybean production but worsens bean quality, study finds

June 26, 2026 |

In the UK, Phys.Org reported that a study published by Food Research International analyzed the triple effect of climate change on soybean quality—increased carbon dioxide (CO2), high temperatures and drought. Using predictive modeling powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and based on experimentally verified data, the study assessed how these pressures would affect the beans. It […]

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Embrapa expands low-carbon portfolio and launches corn and sorghum programs

Embrapa expands low-carbon portfolio and launches corn and sorghum programs

June 19, 2026 |

In Brazil, Embrapa said that the launch of the Low Carbon Corn (LCC) and Low Carbon Sorghum (LCSg) programs by the company represents a milestone to strengthen sustainable agricultural production in Brazil.  The company noted that the initiatives offer concrete alternatives to the impacts of climate change and expand opportunities to have Brazilian corn and […]

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Anec raises its forecast for soybean shipments

Anec raises its forecast for soybean shipments

June 19, 2026 |

In Brazil, UOL reported that Brazil’s National Association of Cereal Exporters (Anec) has raised its projection for soybean shipments in June to 15.31 million tons, considering the average of the estimated range between 14.80 million and 15.82 million tons.  This volume represents a 6.5% increase compared to the 14.38 million tons projected the previous week […]

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Corn growers urge USDA to fund research on corn grain, not just stover

Corn growers urge USDA to fund research on corn grain, not just stover

June 19, 2026 |

In Missouri, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), along with 15 state corn organizations, delivered a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to Under Secretary of Research, Education, and Economics Scott Hutchins, encouraging investment in research that supports the full value of corn grain as a driver of new market opportunities and farm income. […]

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Brazil’s 2025/26 soybean harvest is complete, Conab says

Brazil’s 2025/26 soybean harvest is complete, Conab says

June 19, 2026 |

In Brazil, Compre Rural reported that the 2025/26 Brazilian soybean harvest has officially concluded across the country, according to an update released by the National Supply Company (Conab). The weekly survey confirms that 100% of the planted area has already been harvested. In addition to soybeans, the report shows that the harvest of the 2025/26 […]

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Grain production Brazil  to reach 358.6 million tons in the 2025/26 crop cycle, Conab says

Grain production Brazil  to reach 358.6 million tons in the 2025/26 crop cycle, Conab says

June 19, 2026 |

In Brazil, the Brazilian Government reported that Brazilian farmers are expected to harvest 358.6 million tons of grains in the 2025/26 crop year. The new estimate from the National Supply Company (Conab) points to a new production record, potentially registering a 1.8% increase compared to the result obtained in the previous cycle, that is, an […]

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Argentina accounted for 43% of Paraguayan exports in the first five months of the year

Argentina accounted for 43% of Paraguayan exports in the first five months of the year

June 19, 2026 |

In Paraguay, Market Data reported that Paraguayan exports to Argentina reached $2.32 billion between January and May 2026, representing a year-on-year increase of 51.1% and consolidating the neighboring country as the main destination for Paraguayan products. Argentina accounted for 43.2% of Paraguay’s total exports during this period. The strong growth was driven primarily by soybean […]

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Palm oil market to reach $105.15 billion by 2032, research firm says

Palm oil market to reach $105.15 billion by 2032, research firm says

June 19, 2026 |

In India, Maximize Market Research reported that the palm oil market size was valued at $77.42 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.47% from 2026 to 2032, reaching nearly $105.15 billion by 2032. “The market is gaining attention as sustainability requirements, responsible sourcing, labeling rules, import-export controls, and certified […]

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Malaysia’s palm oil reserves jump most in five months as exports drop, MPOB says

Malaysia’s palm oil reserves jump most in five months as exports drop, MPOB says

June 19, 2026 |

In Malaysia, The Edge reported that palm oil stockpiles in Malaysia climbed at the fastest pace in five months as a sharp drop in exports overshadowed weaker production in the world’s second-largest grower. Inventories in May climbed 5.2% from a month earlier to 2.43 million tons, according to data released by the Malaysian Palm Oil […]

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