Agriculture

Saturday, July 30th 2022 - 09:06 UTC
Despite the political upheaval, Argentine farmers are expecting plentiful corn and wheat crops

Despite the political upheaval in Argentina, which seems to have temporarily quietened, whether preparing for an even worse storm, or heading for a reasonable path of rationality yet to be seen, the country one of the world's most efficient breadbasket, is again managing extraordinary crops of corn and wheat.
Friday, July 29th 2022 - 09:55 UTC
Who's who in Argentina after Thursday's cabinet reshuffle

After Thursday's announcement of a large-scale cabinet reshuffle at Casa Rosada, the administration of President Alberto Fernández also announced the new destinations of the departing officials.
Wednesday, July 27th 2022 - 09:45 UTC
“Brazil needs fertilizers to help feed the world, we can't condemn Russia” admits Bolsonaro

Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro reiterated his opposition to economic sanctions against Russia and described the Brazilian government's position in the Ukrainian conflict as one of “equilibrium” since Brazil needs a steady supply of Russian fertilizers for its powerful agribusiness sector.
Wednesday, July 27th 2022 - 09:40 UTC
Argentine Central Bank creates “agrodollar” to boost export liquidations

Argentina's monetary authorities Tuesday announced the creation of the “agrodollar,” a special exchange rate for agrifood exporters to liquidate their revenues through formal channels at an exchange rate closer to the parallel (“blue”) quotation.
Monday, July 25th 2022 - 23:24 UTC
US, UK repeal tariffs on Brazilian steel products

Brazil's Economy Ministry Monday confirmed that the United Kingdom had decided to no longer apply protective tax measures on the import of steel plates and cold-rolled steel products.
Saturday, July 23rd 2022 - 10:40 UTC
Alberto Fernández warns rural producers they “will not twist” his arm

Argentine President Alberto Fernández Friday insisted that many of the country's problems stemmed from the reluctance of agriculture exporters to liquidate the over US$ 20 billion they have collected from sales abroad over the past few months, out of speculation regarding the exchange rate between US currency and local pesos.
Friday, July 22nd 2022 - 22:58 UTC
Price of wheat slumps following Black Sea truce

The price of wheat in global markets went back to pre-war figures Friday, after Ukraine and Russia agreed on a truce to allow for the departure of exports from Black Sea ports under Kyiv's control.
Friday, July 22nd 2022 - 07:11 UTC
Ukraine, Russia agree on safe corridor for wheat exports

Russian authorities and dignitaries from the Kyiv government are to sign Friday the first deal since the beginning of the war in February. Brokered by Türkiye, the belligerent states will agree in Istanbul on safe corridors through the Black Sea for the export of Ukrainian wheat from its own ports.
Wednesday, July 20th 2022 - 10:03 UTC
Brazil diversifying protein markets, Britain and Egypt with Halal cuts

Brazil, one of the world's largest exporters of beef is diversifying markets since its sales are concentrated in China and Hong Kong, a situation very similar to that of neighboring Mercosur partners, Uruguay and Argentina.
Monday, July 18th 2022 - 09:03 UTC
The “nitrogen war” in Netherlands, an anticipation of times to come

Farmers in the Netherlands are revolting over the government's plan to drastically reduce nitrogen emissions by 2030 and is pointing to agriculture and farmers as the worst offenders. But farmers have taken to the streets, blocking roads, and distribution centers, and there has been some serious incidents, including police opening fire on protestors,