Agriculture

The palm oil market is facing downward pressure as a recovery in production coincides with decreasing demand, particularly from price-sensitive consumers. This shift is expected to reduce the premium that palm oil currently holds over its rivals, such as soybean and sunflower oils. Key Highlights:Price Trends: After a significant 20% increase in 2024, pushing palm […]

U.S. farmers are gearing up to plant more corn and fewer soybeans this spring, aiming to maximize profits and mitigate risks from potential tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Analysts and growers are highlighting corn’s relative profitability as a key factor in their planting decisions. Key Highlights:Profitability Shift: According to Frayne Olson, an agricultural economist […]

On Tuesday, Mexico’s lower house of Congress approved a constitutional reform that officially bans the planting of genetically modified (GM) corn. This decision is expected to exacerbate tensions with the United States, especially following the recent resolution of a trade dispute. Key Highlights:Background of the Reform: The initiative, led by President Claudia Sheinbaum, follows a […]

A recent surge in ICE raw sugar futures, which reached a two-month high, is anticipated to be short-lived. According to a Reuters poll of nine traders and analysts, the price rally will likely reverse as supply from the top two producers, Brazil and India, is expected to rise later this year. Key Highlights:Price Forecast: The […]

The American Petroleum Institute (API) has called for a national policy on higher-ethanol gasoline blends after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to expand sales of E15 fuel in several Midwestern states. Key Highlights:EPA’s Decision: On February 21, the EPA confirmed an implementation date of April 28 for year-round sales of gasoline containing […]

Argentina has eased safety regulations for shipments along the crucial Parana-Paraguay waterway, a decision expected to increase cargo capacity by up to 7%, according to Security Minister Patricia Bullrich. Key Highlights:Regulatory Changes: The new regulations allow ships to carry more cargo, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for shipping companies without compromising safety.Bullrich stated, “With clear […]

In a rare show of unity, U.S. oil and biofuel industry groups have joined forces to urge the Trump administration to increase biofuel blending mandates for 2026 and beyond. The unusual collaboration, outlined in a letter seen by Reuters, highlights a shared interest in promoting liquid fuels amid growing competition from electric vehicles (EVs). The […]

The International Grains Council (IGC) has trimmed its global corn production forecast for the 2024/25 season, citing deteriorating crop conditions in South America. In its monthly update, the inter-governmental body reduced its projection by 3 million metric tons to 1.216 billion tons, though this remains slightly above the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s estimate of 1.212 […]

Cooxupe, Brazil’s largest coffee cooperative, has projected a nearly 10% decrease in coffee receipts from farmers in 2025 compared to the previous year, estimating around 5.6 million 60-kg bags. Key Highlights:Impact of Weather Conditions: Cooxupe’s President, Carlos Augusto Rodrigues de Melo, stated that dry and hot weather last year has adversely affected coffee production in […]

Argentina’s crucial agricultural region is set to experience maximum temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95°F) in the coming days, according to the Buenos Aires Grains Exchange. This heat wave will be followed by anticipated rainfall early next week. Key Highlights:Impact on Agriculture: Argentina is the world’s leading exporter of processed soybeans and the third-largest supplier […]