Agriculture
In July 2018, amidst an escalating trade war primarily with China, President Donald Trump's administration announced a significant $12 billion aid package for American farmers. This emergency measure, delivered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), aimed to provide immediate financial relief to a vital sector grappling
USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, designed to provide crucial financial relief to American farmers grappling with the dual challenges of persistently low commodity prices and the disruptive impact of international trade tariffs. This substantial intervention, with payments
Dairy Market
Dublin, Ireland – December 8, 2025 – The global dairy industry is on the cusp of a significant downturn, with forecasts pointing to a challenging 2026 driven by a persistent 'glut' in the international dairy market. The prediction of a 37c/L base price for milk, highlighted by market analysts
Trump Administration
Washington D.C. – December 8, 2025 – In a significant move that reverberated through the agricultural sector, the Trump administration, back on July 24, 2018, announced a substantial $12 billion aid package designed to cushion American farmers from the escalating trade disputes and retaliatory tariffs imposed by key international partners. This
Onion Prices
Dhaka, Bangladesh – December 5, 2025 – Dhaka's kitchen markets are once again grappling with a significant surge in onion prices, sending ripples of concern through households and the broader economy. In a fresh hike reported today, December 5, 2025, the staple commodity's price has soared to Tk
Food Prices
World food commodity prices have registered a third consecutive monthly decline in November, offering a glimmer of relief to consumers globally. The latest report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicates a broad-based decrease across most major staple foods, signaling a potential easing of inflationary pressures in the food
Coffee
Brazil's agricultural might is once again sending ripples across global commodity markets, as a record-breaking robusta coffee harvest is exerting significant downward pressure on international coffee prices. This seismic shift in the coffee landscape comes amidst a broader period of heightened volatility in sugar and cocoa markets, where
Global Food Prices
Global food commodity prices have registered a significant decline for the third consecutive month, signaling a potential easing of inflationary pressures and offering a degree of relief to consumers worldwide. The downturn, largely driven by improved supply conditions across several key agricultural sectors, saw most major categories experience a drop,
Nigeria
Europe's borders are increasingly becoming formidable barriers for Nigerian goods, as consistent quality failures and a struggle to meet international safety standards lead to widespread rejections and bans. This ongoing situation poses a significant threat to Nigeria's non-oil export economy, straining crucial trade relations with the
Used Equipment Market
December 3, 2025 – The used equipment market is demonstrating remarkable resilience, holding strong even as commodity prices continue their downward trend. This surprising buoyancy is being observed across various sectors, with an Illinois-based auction agent highlighting sustained demand, particularly in the agricultural and construction machinery segments. This counter-intuitive market behavior
Farmer Sentiment
Farmer sentiment experienced a significant uplift in November, reaching its highest point since June, according to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer report. The Ag Economy Barometer Index climbed 10 points from October to a robust reading of 139. This surge in optimism among agricultural producers is
Sugar Futures
The global sugar market has been a hotbed of activity, experiencing a dramatic surge in futures prices to multi-year highs in late 2023. This significant upward movement was primarily fueled by India's stringent export restrictions and a backdrop of robust global demand. While the peak volatility of late