Uruguay’s soybean harvest will be lower than in the previous period

Uruguay’s soybean harvest will be lower than in the previous period

Uruguay’s soybean harvest will be lower due to a reduction in acreage FAS forecasts that Uruguay’s soybean harvest will be 3.1 million tonnes in the 2025–26 season. This figure is lower than in the previous period, when a record harvest was achieved. In the 2024-2025 marketing year, farmers harvested 3.3 million tonnes. Analysts say the […]

Oilseed production growth is expected in Bangladesh

Oilseed production growth is expected in Bangladesh

Oilseed production growth in Bangladesh will help meet product demand FAS has forecast growth in oilseed production in Bangladesh. The main driver is growing domestic demand. And this is coming from both the food industry and animal feed producers. Analysts have identified an increase in demand for the following types of oilseeds: — sunflower; — […]

In Nigeria, wheat consumption is steadily increasing

In Nigeria, wheat consumption is steadily increasing

Nigeria’s consumption of wheat, rice and other crops will increase The FAS analysts have estimated the consumption of wheat and other crops in Nigeria for the 2025–2026 season. Experts predict a growth in demand for this type of grain, as well as for corn, rice and sorghum. FAS expects wheat consumption in the country to […]

US and Canadian oats market: changes in the trading partnership

US and Canadian oats market: changes in the trading partnership

How the global oats market may change following the introduction of new US tariffs The global oats market is showing an active recovery in demand. However, there are several risks associated with these changes in the US. The new White House administration has initiated an increase in tariffs, making trade more difficult. Additional pressure is […]

World’s largest soybean exporter expects record crop

World’s largest soybean exporter expects record crop

World’s largest soybean exporter boosts supplies FAS estimates that Brazil will harvest a record oilseed crop in the 2025-2026 marketing year. The world’s largest soybean exporter will not only increase production, but will also be able to raise shipments to foreign markets. Brazil accounts for 40% of global soybean production. Analysts are forecasting a 2% […]

Rice shortage in Japan reduces consumer availability

Rice shortage in Japan reduces consumer availability

Rice shortage in Japan: reasons for the situation Japan is facing a rice shortage, which has led to a record rise in the price of the product. A large harvest in 2024 should have solved the problem of limited stocks. But the shortage persists. Rice is historically a staple food in Japan and is used […]

India predicts a record wheat harvest

India predicts a record wheat harvest

A record wheat harvest will help replenish storage India is expecting a bumper wheat harvest to replenish local reserves. The government also said it had no plans to export the grain. Forecasts suggest the country could harvest 114 million tonnes this season. This would be a record for India, which suffered a drought in 2022. […]

Local oilseed production in Pakistan needs modernisation

Local oilseed production in Pakistan needs modernisation

Local oilseed production in Pakistan and its challenges Local oilseed production in Pakistan needs modernisation to increase yields. This includes rapeseed, sunflower, soya and other crops. Experts say increasing productivity will help reduce the country’s dependence on edible oil imports. Pakistan buys about 3 million tonnes of the product to meet local demand. Total consumption […]

Farmers expect a high winter crop in Australia

Farmers expect a high winter crop in Australia

Winter crop in Australia will be above the ten-year average Australia’s winter crop will be close to 60 million tonnes in 2024-2025. This will be 27% above the 10-year average. It could be the third-largest crop in the country’s history, according to ABARES. The forecast includes data for wheat, barley and oilseed rape. Overview of […]

Forage sorghum can be an alternative to corn in the High Plains region

Forage sorghum can be an alternative to corn in the High Plains region

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 […]

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