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How has the dairy market changed over the quarters? Find out why dairy prices are falling in Europe and what's happening on global markets.

Bananas instead of cotton? An innovative project called Farm to Material is being launched in Taiwan, in which waste from banana cultivation is turned into eco-friendly fabrics. This could be a revolution in fashion!

The dynamic market for crop products requires flexibility and a strategic approach. In this article, we explore the latest trends, commodities, risks and changes in the global agricultural landscape.

The butter market in 2025 surprised everyone – record margins quickly gave way to a collapse in prices. Find out what is behind this sudden change and what trends will dominate the end of the year.

Artificial sweeteners are the secret to sweet taste in 'light' and 'zero' products. Find out what types they have and where they are most commonly used.

Cocoa and coffee prices are rising due to weather risks in Africa and Brazil. Droughts, irregular rainfall, and uncertain forecasts are affecting the commodities market and the food industry.

Trump calls on the EU to impose 100% tariffs on China and India to increase pressure on Russia. The proposal is controversial in Europe and opposed by Beijing, threatening new trade tensions.

August 2025 brought mixed signals on the agricultural commodities market. Stabilization in the dairy sector, pressure on grains, and rising prices for coffee, cocoa, and vegetable oils are shaping the strategies of companies in Europe.

Drought in Brazil and Vietnam is driving up coffee prices. The Arabica deficit, smaller harvests, and export problems are raising concerns about the stability of supplies and further price increases on global markets.

Prices remain under clear pressure in the European dairy market, with powders, cheeses and butter cheapening, and cream and whey seeing additional declines. In this report, we look at the latest price levels and key signals from the global market, from the UK feed crisis to the US farmer support programme.

Collagen in 2025 is not only about beauty, but also health. Check out global trends, innovations, and forecasts for the supplements, nutricosmetics, and biotechnology market.

New tariffs in the US and an influx of cheap sugar from Eswatini are exacerbating the crisis facing South African growers. The R25 billion industry is fighting for survival, with thousands of jobs at risk.