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The condition of corn in France is the worst it has been in 20 years, and harvest forecasts have dropped significantly. With lower production in the EU, Europe will need to import more corn.

Cocoa exporters from West Africa are grappling with the costs of complying with EU regulations against deforestation. The biggest challenge remains accurately documenting the origin of the beans and preparing the supply chain for the new rules.

The European Commission has mandated the registration of imports of certain lysine products originating in China. This will ensure that any duties resulting from the ongoing investigation can also be levied on registered imports, provided the required conditions are met.

Low water levels on the Rhine and Danube are increasingly hampering the transport of goods in Europe. Barges are carrying less cargo, some ports are unable to handle grain shipments, and companies must contend with delays and higher logistics costs.

Low water levels on the Rhine and Danube are increasingly hampering the transport of goods in Europe. Barges are carrying less cargo, some ports are unable to handle grain shipments, and companies must contend with delays and higher logistics costs.

Higher harvests could lead to a greater supply of Ukrainian grains and oilseeds on international markets. If the forecasts prove accurate, Ukraine’s export potential for the 2026/2027 season could reach approximately 52 million metric tons, which will be a significant factor influencing prices and trade in agricultural commodities in Europe and the Black Sea region.

Soybean prices started the week with sharp declines following an earlier series of gains. The market is reacting to improved weather forecasts for U.S. crops and a drop in oil prices, although strong export demand continues to support the fundamentals.

The EU has approved a new method for producing L-valine and revised the requirements for extracts containing lutein and zeaxanthin. Find out when the new regulations take effect and what they mean for manufacturers of feed additives, premixes, and feed.

The 50-percent U.S. tariffs on Canadian milk and cream could redirect the dairy trade toward new markets. Find out what this means for prices, supply, and buyers of cheese, butter, and milk powder.

El Niño could divide the global agricultural commodities market, increasing pressure on some crops while improving conditions in other regions. Find out why its full impact may not be felt for another 6–12 months and which markets are most at risk today.

The Strait of Hormuz is once again becoming one of the main sources of risk for the fertilizer market, as it affects the flow of gas, key raw materials, and nitrogen production costs. Find out why even brief disruptions can keep prices high for much longer and hit Europe particularly hard.

The analysis, covering 840 municipalities in the Cerrado region, showed that the cutting of native vegetation reduced soybean production potential by around 34 million tonnes over a decade.