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Montevideo, November 4th 2025 - 17:24 UTC

Agriculture

  • Tuesday, September 16th 2025 - 08:52 UTC

    Exports of special Brazilian coffee to US plummet

    Trump's tariffs will also result in inflation for US consumers, Ucha explained

    Brazilian exports of specialty coffee to the United States have plummeted following the imposition of a 50% tariff by President Donald Trump. Last month, Brazil shipped just over 21,600 bags of specialty coffee to the US, representing a staggering 79.5% drop compared to the same month in 2024, according to data released by the Brazilian Coffee Exporters Council (Cecafé) on Monday.

  • Monday, September 15th 2025 - 18:22 UTC

    UK and Brazil to show global leadership on fertilizers sustainability

    UK and Brazilian officials signed the Memorandum of Understanding which seeks ways to make fertilizer production more sustainable and efficient.

    The UK and Brazil have launched a partnership to tackle the environmental impact of fertilizers and boost the resilience of our food production. Priority areas for the partnership will look at protecting biodiversity and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as well as developing more resilient supply chains.

  • Sunday, September 14th 2025 - 14:40 UTC

    Falklands agriculture, grants for the Land Recovery Program

    Some of the eroded shore line in islands of the archipelago recovered with Tussock grass tufts

    The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) Department of Agriculture has launched a new Land Recovery Program (LRP), inviting proposals for applied research and demonstration projects that will help restore and protect the Islands’ farmland.

  • Thursday, September 11th 2025 - 09:21 UTC

    The Philippines greenlights Paraguayan beef imports

    “This achievement reflects international confidence in the quality, health, and credibility of Paraguayan production,” Peña said

    Paraguay's National Animal Health and Quality Service (Senacsa) announced on Wednesday that the Philippines' Department of Agriculture has officially authorized the import of beef, pork, and poultry from the South American country, which thus added a new destination to its clientele of almost 60 countries.

  • Tuesday, September 9th 2025 - 07:01 UTC

    FAO August Prices Index almost unchanged; however bovine meat price reached a new all-time high

    The FAO Meat Price Index reached an new all-time high, led by rising international bovine meat prices, underpinned by strong demand in US and China

    The benchmark of world food commodity prices remained largely unchanged in August, as increases in meat, sugar, and vegetable oil prices offset declines in cereal and dairy quotations, according to the new report released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

  • Friday, September 5th 2025 - 19:30 UTC

    Brazil clinches deal to sell Japan animal fat products

    These products are in the animal feed industry

    Eager to find alternatives for Brazilian exports after the 50% tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, authorities in the South American country announced this week an arrangement with Japan for the export of poultry, pork, and beef fat products.

  • Saturday, August 30th 2025 - 10:18 UTC

    South Korean mission exploring possible Paraguayan meat purchases

    The opening of the South Korean market to Paraguayan beef was deemed imminent

    A South Korean business delegation, including representatives from the Korea Meat Import Association, is in Paraguay this week to assess its meat industry. This marks the first time Korean private-sector leaders have visited the South American country before an official market opening, signaling confidence in the process.

  • Tuesday, August 26th 2025 - 10:00 UTC

    Chile and Saudi Arabia resume Brazilian chicken imports

    So far, 41 countries have resumed purchases from the South American country following this year's detection in southern Brazil

    According to Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Chile and Saudi Arabia have lifted all restrictions on the purchase of chicken meat, it was announced in Brasilia on Monday.

  • Friday, August 22nd 2025 - 10:19 UTC

    Brazil clinches beef export deal with Indonesia

    Indonesia is the fourth most populous market worldwide

    Brazilian meat producers have reached an agreement with Indonesian buyers to export beef from South America's largest country to the world's fourth-most populous nation, the Ministries of Agriculture and Foreign Affairs confirmed on Thursday. The export of live sheep (ewes, rams, lambs) to Algeria was also announced.

  • Tuesday, August 19th 2025 - 20:17 UTC

    Falkland Islands to host first-ever international shearing tri-nations test match

    Winners will share a prize fund of £12,000, split between shearing and wool handling categories. An official reception at Government House will mark the occasion

    The Falkland Islands will host their first international shearing and wool handling test match on 14 November 2025, featuring teams from Wales, Chile, and the Falkland Islands. The landmark event, organized by Falkland Shears in partnership with the Falkland Islands Development Corporation (FIDC), will take place at the Falkland Islands Defence Force hall in Stanley.