Regional Updates MEDITERRANEAN/MIDDLE EAST COMMENTS Egypt is talking to France about 35 million Euros for the funding of small and medium agriculture organizations. The discussions were announced by the French ambassador in a speech last week. It is expected that much of the funding could go to the livestock and dairy industries where the Egyptian government has long-term development plans. Egypt is expected to see participation in wheat tenders from Serbia. Serbia has not participated in Egypt wheat business in close to 40 years but has been approved by GASC. Serbia forecasts to have about 1.0 million m/t of wheat available for export this year and has made North Africa a target for exports. Serbia’s wheat production is fore...
What You Need to Know Today: Crude oil prices extended their rally today, supported by several developments, including escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian oil infrastructure and growing concerns about supply disruptions. The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to remove 50 perc...
Regional News Dry weather across the UK and Europe is becoming increasingly concerning for the 2027 crops as planting intentions are lowered amid dry soil conditions. Delayed sowing or establishment under adverse conditions could leave crops more vulnerable to frost/freeze events and dise...
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