How forage sorghum helps preserve the Ogallala Watershed The High Plains region of the United States has historically been an important agricultural centre. It contributes significantly to economic growth and the agricultural sector. A variety of crops, including forage sorghum, are actively grown here. However, in recent years, farmers have faced a serious problem with […]
Thailand’s corn production growth is due to favourable weather conditions FAS forecasts Thai corn production growth and increase in rice production for the 2024-2025 season. The main driver of this growth is the expansion of planted areas. In addition, average yields have gone up. Analysts expect rice production to reach 20 million tonnes. The indicator will […]
The Netherland’s low winter wheat harvest is due to weather conditions The Netherlands recorded a low winter wheat harvest in 2024. At 574 thousand tonnes, it was the worst in 25 years. This is almost 46% below the previous season’s result. Total cereal production was 39% lower than in 2023, at 683 thousand tonnes. Wheat […]
South Korean milled rice yields hit by adverse weather conditions South Korea’s milled rice yields have fallen by 2%, leading to revised production forecasts. FAS analysts estimate that 3.6 million tonnes will be harvested in 2025. FAS forecast is based on farmland surveys. The experts have recorded crop losses in all fields. The reasons for […]
High oleic soybeans: potential and production challenges High oleic soybeans have great potential for increased production in the US. However, production development of these varieties remains slow due to a number of factors. In particular, farmers in the Mid-South find it uneconomical to grow soybeans. Variety benefits High oleic soybeans are suitable for the production […]
Factors influencing EU and UK wheat production Weather conditions and macroeconomic processes have a major impact on the development of the European agricultural sector. However, analysts at COCERAL, an agricultural trade association, believe the situation will improve in 2025. According to forecasts, wheat production in the EU and the UK will be higher than in […]
New Provisia rice variety delivers high yield and tillering capacity Nutrien Canada has launched a new Provisia rice variety, DG563PVL. It will be available for planting in 2025. The array is the result of crossbreeding with grain from the Provisia system. Agronomists have focused on increasing yield and improving the plant’s tillering. The new variety […]
Argentina’s corn acreage grows, and soybean acreage shrinks After several disappointing agricultural seasons, Argentina could finally see an increase in production. Local farmers are expected to expand corn acreage to 6.6 million hectares. This is up 0.3 million hectares from the previous revision. While corn is a financially profitable crop, soybeans are becoming less attractive. […]
Global sunflower harvest will be smaller than last year USDA analysts presented their crop production forecasts. According to them, the global sunflower harvest will be 50.4 million tonnes. This figure is 10% lower than the previous season’s results. Sunflower production in 2025 is expected to face several problems affecting the main exporters. Argentina and Kazakhstan […]
Lincolnshire spring oat crop exceeds 11 tonnes per hectare The UK has had a difficult agricultural year, which has resulted in a decline in crop productivity. However, there have been some positive results. The spring oat crop in Lincolnshire was over 11 tonnes per hectare. This is almost double the national result. Environmental issues are […]