United States Department of Agriculture

Brazilian agribusiness: production, climate, and trade

17 clusters · 170 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: US harvest progress drives down corn and soybean prices

The Brazilian agribusiness sector is navigating a complex landscape of record production targets, climate risks, and shifting global trade positions. While soybean production was previously projected at 174.9 million ton

Wheat and corn markets face volatility from Black Sea risks

58 clusters · 257 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Grain prices drop amid geopolitical shifts and harvest pressure

Global wheat and corn markets remain volatile due to Black Sea geopolitical instability, extreme weather, and shifting export logistics. While wheat prices recently hit a three-and-a-half-year high driven by shipping dis

Argentina grain outlook: Record sales and improving yields

34 clusters · 86 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Argentina crop outlook improves despite El Niño

The 2025/26 Argentine corn harvest concluded with a historic record of 64 million tons, surpassing the 2018/19 peak by 8.5 million tons. Building on this momentum, grain commercialization for the 2025/26 campaign reached

Brazil agribusiness: Production growth vs. climate and legal

32 clusters · 276 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Brazil agriculture production projected at R$ 1.44 trillion for 2026

Brazil's agribusiness sector continues to navigate a landscape of rising physical output alongside persistent financial and climatic pressures. Data from IBGE indicates that agricultural production reached R$ 927.2 billi

Global avocado supply and export market trends

7 clusters · 21 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Michoacán Sedeco clarifies avocado labor certification requirements

The global avocado market is experiencing shifts in supply and export dynamics. Mexico remains the primary supplier for North America, particularly as seasons in California and Peru wind down. While Mexico produced appro

US-Mexico livestock trade resumption and sanitary challenges

13 clusters · 86 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Chihuahua authorities intensify fight against cattle screwworm

Livestock exports from Chihuahua, Mexico, to the United States resumed on September 24, 2026, via the San Jerónimo-Santa Teresa crossing following a 16-month suspension due to New World screwworm. Initial shipments inclu

Pumpkin varieties, nutrition, and uses

5 clusters · 27 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Science and nutrition of pumpkin varieties

Pumpkins, members of the Cucurbitaceae family, are seasonal vegetables noted for being low in calories and high in water content. Their historical origins are diverse; some varieties may have originated in India and were

New World screwworm outbreak in US

4 clusters · 20 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: USDA updates cattle market reporting and monitors screwworm threat

Animal health authorities in New Mexico confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm in Grant County, affecting a horse and a calf. This brought the total number of active cases reported across Texas and New Mex

US SNAP enrollment declines amid new work requirements

23 clusters · 79 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Texas SNAP enrollment hits 17-year low

The USDA’s FY 2025 SNAP error rate of 10.62%—amounting to roughly $10 billion in improper payments—has triggered cost-sharing provisions under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1). Starting October 1, 2027, states wit

Ukraine-Russia War: Attrition, Drone Evolution & Maritime T-

1627 clusters · 4048 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Russia strikes cargo ship and infrastructure in Ukraine

The conflict has evolved into a war of strategic attrition, characterized by intense drone warfare and targeting of critical infrastructure. Technological innovation is accelerating toward fully autonomous AI-driven warf

US-Mexico screwworm: evolving containment and human impact

151 clusters · 473 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Mexico reports 663 human screwworm infections in 2026

The New World screwworm outbreak continues to impact the U.S.–Mexico border, marked by a transition from emergency response to a permanent national campaign in Mexico. The Mexican government has established a Technical-S

USDA agricultural and rural development funding

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: USDA announces $1.34 billion investment in US fertilizer production

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced significant financial allocations aimed at supporting the agricultural sector and rural infrastructure. In one initiative, the USDA projects that agricultu

USDA reorganization plan remains blocked by federal court

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: USDA reorganization plan remains blocked by federal court

A federal judge has extended the halt on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) sweeping reorganization plan. The court ruled that the proposed changes are currently prohibited under the department’s fiscal year 202

India sugar market regulation and supply management

11 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: India extends duty-free raw sugar import deadline to December 31

In late August, the Indian Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution reported a 20 percent drop in ex-mill sugar prices following investigations into hoarding. To ensure stability, the government impleme

U.S. cattle and hog commodity market trends

9 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Cattle futures reach multi-month highs amid tight supplies

By late October 2026, cattle futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) reached multi-month highs, driven by tight supplies and rising wholesale beef prices. December live cattle rose to 230.175 cents per pound, it

US proposal to repeal Roadless Rule

7 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: US Forest Service faces massive opposition to Roadless Rule repeal

The Trump administration has formally filed a proposed rule and draft environmental impact statement to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule. This action would potentially open approximately 45 million acres of public lands to

Dominican Republic agro-food supply and agricultural reform

22 clusters · 128 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic government seeks DR-CAFTA renegotiation to protect rice sector

The Dominican Republic faces ongoing environmental and agricultural challenges rooted in historical resource management and emerging climate threats. To address these pressures, the government is shifting focus toward hu

Global coffee price volatility and supply pressures

21 clusters · 44 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Coffee prices in Vietnam's Central Highlands rise amid global fluctuations

Global coffee markets remain volatile due to supply concerns and climate risks. While analysts previously warned of potential price increases exceeding 300 percent, market trends shifted toward a decline in mid-September

Food safety and storage guidance

5 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Food safety experts provide guidelines for refrigerator storage

Information regarding food safety and consumer habits focuses on proper storage techniques for eggs and canned goods. To maintain egg safety and quality, experts advise against storing them in refrigerator doors due to t

US diesel fuel price relief efforts

5 clusters · 160 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Trump announces $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program for US farmers

To combat soaring fuel costs, the White House has been evaluating regulatory relief that would expand the use of red-dyed diesel. This fuel type is currently largely exempt from the 24.4-cent-per-gallon federal highway d

Argentina agro-industrial and fishing sector growth

8 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Argentina agro-industry could create 850,000 jobs if export taxes are removed

Argentina has experienced significant growth in its agro-industrial and fishing sectors during 2026. In the first half of the year, food exports using the ‘Alimentos Argentinos’ seal rose 15% to USD 661 million. Addition

US beef import tariffs and industry restructuring

27 clusters · 381 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: US cattle ranchers report losses from Trump beef import policy

The suspension of out-of-quota tariffs on up to 300,000 metric tons of imported lean beef trimmings, which commenced on September 1, 2026, is being implemented in three 100,000-ton installments. Authorized by Proclamatio

Philippines rice security and El Niño response

8 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Philippines faces agricultural risks from Super El Niño

The Philippines is managing significant agricultural disruptions caused by El Niño. While the Department of Agriculture (DA) previously prepared ₱6.2 billion in assistance through the Unified Package for Livelihoods, Ind

Super El Niño reaches record intensity, peaking Dec 2026

179 clusters · 1413 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Mekong River Delta prepares for El Niño-driven water shortages

The 2026–27 Super El Niño, nicknamed “Godzilla,” is reaching unprecedented intensity. Research indicates El Niño events have intensified by approximately 37% compared to the pre-industrial era, with current episodes bein

Grain markets shift amid yield forecasts and trade tensions

67 clusters · 175 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: European Union corn imports surge amid record low production

Global grain markets remain volatile due to shifting yield forecasts and geopolitical instability. While US corn production estimates have seen upward revisions, concerns persist regarding crop conditions. USDA reports s

Food safety and hygiene protocols

6 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Food safety guidelines for using wooden cutting boards

Health and food safety experts continue to issue warnings regarding improper handling of raw foods and kitchen hygiene. Guidance emphasizes that rinsing hands with water alone after handling raw meat, poultry, or fish is

Argentina economic volatility and stabilization risks

10 clusters · 348 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Argentina and Spain face economic stabilization and growth challenges

Argentina continues to navigate economic volatility and sectoral divergence. While the oil and mining sectors show growth, industries, construction, and commerce face significant declines. Industrial leaders have raised

Dietary guidance for liver and cardiovascular health

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Nutritional guidance for liver and cardiovascular health

Medical experts and nutritional studies have provided guidance on dietary habits to support liver and cardiovascular health. Initial recommendations from hepatologists and gastroenterologists emphasize a Mediterranean-s

US investigation into lamb imports from Australia and NZ

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Australia defends lamb exports against potential US tariffs

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) is investigating whether lamb imports from Australia and New Zealand are causing or threatening serious injury to the domestic U.S. sheep industry. The probe follows instru

Morocco strategic international cooperation expansion

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Morocco expands strategic defense and cybersecurity ties with U.S. and Liberia

Morocco is expanding its strategic international partnerships, particularly in the realms of defense, technology, and agriculture. In military cooperation, Morocco and the United States have begun preparations for the A