In the first seven months of 2013/14 (April–October 2013), foreign direct investment (FDI) in the food processing sector was $2.15 billion, and there are expectations that the investments will increase in coming months. Investment in India's Food Processing Sector India ranks second in the world for farm output and is the biggest producer of livestock commodities, such as milk, because it has the largest livestock population. It is also the greatest producer of fresh fruits and vegetables, major spices, select fresh meats, etc. as well as ranking 14th in terms of export value in the international markets. India's contribution to the world horticulture trade is under 1 percent, according to a report from the Associated Chamber of Commerce...
What You Need to Know Today: The corn and soybean markets closed slightly higher in low-volume trade. The wheat market was mixed, with HRW continuing its downward trek on improved moisture. As expected, the bearish cattle on feed report drove down cattle prices and pulled hogs down with it. Mi...
Monday, 25 May is a U.S. holiday, and both the markets and our office will be closed. Please note that the next issue of Ag Perspectives will be published on Tuesday, 26 May. The WPI staff wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend...
USDA’s monthly cattle on feed report was released today. The total number of cattle on feed in feedlots with 1,000 head or more capacity amounted to 11.6 million head, 102 percent of last year. Source: USDA, WPI Placements were up, but part of that is attributable to persistent drought c...
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Accountability and a comprehensive approach to export programming
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