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INDONESIA HANDS OVER CONFISCATED PALM OIL

Agrinas Key points: ⚡Over 221,000 hectares of plantations in corruption probe ⚡World's top producer aiming to clean up palm oil's image ⚡Defence minister heading task force on illegal plantations

📰 During the week, #palm and #soybean oil prices fell by 2.9% and 5.4%, respectively, which increased pressure on #sunflower #oil and sunflower prices in #Ukraine.

After two days of gains, Malaysian palm oil futures fell on expectations of a recovery in production and a reduction in exports, as well as under pressure from lower prices for competing oils.

Biofertilizers are natural fertilizers containing living microorganisms....

Biofertilizers are natural fertilizers containing living microorganisms that enhance soil fertility and plant growth by fixing nitrogen, solubilizing phosphorus, and promoting beneficial microbial activity, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.

African Development Bank and ECOWAS Partner on $11.78M Project to Boost Rice Production in West Africa

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission have signed a Protocol of Agreement for a grant of $11.78 million aimed at strengthening regional rice production, enhancing food security, and reducing West Africa’s dependence on costly rice imports.

Brazil's corn ethanol output projected to nearly double by 2032 on industry expansion

Brazil's corn ethanol production is poised to nearly double to 16 billion liters by 2032, driven by rapid industry expansion and infrastructure development, according to a report from Citi Investment Bank. Citi projects that Brazil will produce 6.3 billion liters of corn ethanol in 2023-24, with output rising to 9.5 billion liters in the current crop season. The National Corn Ethanol Union expects production this season to exceed forecasts by 200 million liters, pushing total output to approximately 8.2 billion liters.

GACC maintains a list of approved foreign suppliers, ensuring exporters meet China’s food safety and trade regulations

GACC data is generally reliable, buyers should cross-check it with CIQ (China Inspection and Quarantine) reports, independent trade databases, and direct inquiries with customs authorities.

How China's retaliatory soybean tariff impacts the US economy

China imposed various retaliatory tariffs on the US in response to US President Donald Trump's tariff policy. Particularly notable is the 10% tariff China imposed on US soybeans (ZS=F), as soybeans are the US's top agricultural export, with China as the top importer.

Fiji Sugar Corporation Champions High-Sugar, Climate-Resilient Sugarcane Varieties

Boosting Productivity and Climate Resilience In a strategic move to enhance sugarcane production and mitigate climate change effects, the Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC) is rolling out high-sugar, climate-resilient sugarcane varieties tailored for Fiji’s unique growing conditions.

food oil market update. Market Overview & Geopolitical Impact

11.03, Odessa was attacked with ballistic missiles, causing a fire on a Barbados-flagged vessel arrived from Algeria with 30,000 tons of wheat. Four casualties were reported, including three Syrian citizens. Currently, there is a temporary suspension of container vessels calling for CMA and MSC. 🌻 Sunflower Oil Market & Pricing Ukraine's sunflower oil exports have reached a 10-year low.