What is the interest of GM seed technology for China: an overview of factors The Chinese government has repeatedly stated its intention to reduce food dependence on other countries. To this end, a strategy has been prepared to expand the area under crops and stimulate agriculture. Special attention of the authorities is focused on soybeans, […]
Egypt’s wheat stocks are limited due to supply cuts Egypt’s wheat stocks are coming to an end. The country is the largest buyer of grain, but its main exporters were suppliers from Europe, which had to suspend sales due to the geopolitical conflict. Therefore, the government has to look for new partners in order to […]
Factors that affect the cost of corn The World Bank presented forecasts for the global agricultural market. According to analysts, by the end of 2022, the average cost of corn will fall by 10% compared with the results of 2021. One of the factors influencing this situation was a decrease in demand for crops from […]
Factors affecting the decline in wheat, rice, and corn yields Experts note the decline in wheat yields in China, its production decreased by more than 33%. The main reasons for this are called the unfavorable environmental situation and pollution of the ozone layer. This problem is familiar not only to Chinese farmers; producers from South […]
Drought-resistant corn from Origin Agritech may soon be in the fields Chinese company Origin Agritech, which is engaged in biotechnology in the field of agriculture, announced the creation of a new variety of grain. The genetically modified drought-resistant corn has already passed field tests, and now the developer is waiting for a certificate from the […]
Despite record rapeseed harvest, oil production declines India has harvested a record rapeseed crop, but its processing will be reduced in the coming months. The fact is that local farmers do not intend to sell their products, they hold them back, hoping for a further increase in value. This position of local producers can cause […]
A new variety of soft wheat began to grow in the fields of Uzbekistan Scientists from Uzbekistan have introduced a new variety of soft wheat called «Pakhlavon». Last year, the seeds were grown in an experimental field, resulting in a yield of about 55 quintals per hectare. Now, 280 tons of this variety have been […]
What’s forcing Beijing to increase soybean production The Chinese government plans to increase soybean production. According to a document from the relevant ministry, by 2025 it intends to increase the cultivation of the crop by 40% compared to the current figures. Overall, the authorities want to reach 23 million tons of soybeans. Experts note that […]
Organic soybean producers will participate in the Perdue AgriBusiness program One of the largest U.S. grain corporations, Perdue AgriBusiness, announced the launch of a program in which organic soybean producers will participate. It is the first contract initiative designed for SOYLEIC high oleic soybeans. Farmers from Virginia, Maryland, North and South Carolina, and Delaware will […]
Innovations in wheat breeding will increase grain production Seed market leader BASF2, a German corporation, is innovating in wheat breeding. Thus the producer intends to meet the growing needs of the world agricultural market. Experts believe that the main task today is to increase the production of wheat. The demand for crops is growing rapidly, […]