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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Starch Sector in Portugal If you’re in the starch business or rely on starch-based products for your operations in Portugal, 2025 is turning out to be a year you can’t afford to ignore. Why? Because the starch market in Portugal has entered a transformative phase, spurred…

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Introduction – Delving into Portugal’s Reputation for Quality Wheat When you think of Portugal, you might picture beautiful coastlines and world-class wines. But did you know it’s also home to some of the finest wheat producers in Europe? With its Mediterranean climate, rich agricultural heritage, and ideal soil conditions, Portugal has quietly emerged as…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cake Sector in Portugal If you’re in the business of sourcing cakes, pastries, or bakery products, you’ll want to keep your eyes on Portugal. The country’s cake market is undergoing some pretty big changes—and fast. Whether it’s rising raw material costs, heavyweight investments in production infrastructure, or…
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Introduction – Understanding Portugal’s Reputation for Quality Beans When you think of beans—especially coffee beans—Portugal might not be the first country that pops into your head. But it absolutely should be. Why? Because Portugal has quietly built a solid reputation for producing and processing some of the highest quality beans in Europe. Thanks to…

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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Eggs Sector in Portugal Eggs have long been a staple in Portuguese homes and an essential commodity across B2B sectors like foodservice, hospitality, and retail. But as of mid-2025, the Portuguese egg market is undergoing an intense transformation. Why? A perfect storm of global disruptions, local…

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Introduction: Delving into Portugal’s Reputation for Quality Basmati Rice When most people think of Basmati rice, their minds jump straight to the lush fields of India or Pakistan. But did you know that Portugal has quietly carved out a reputation for being a go-to hub for premium Basmati rice in Europe? That’s right—Portugal isn’t…

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Introduction – Portugal’s Sugar Market: A Quantitative Overview Let’s talk sugar—and more specifically, Portugal’s slice of the global sugar cake. Portugal’s sugar industry may not hog the spotlight globally, yet its role in the European market is surprisingly significant. In 2024, the country’s sugar production was valued at around €278.4 million, placing it 16th…

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Introduction – Portugal’s Papaya Market by the Numbers When you think of papayas, Portugal probably isn’t the first country that comes to mind. But guess what? Portugal is quietly becoming a serious player in the global papaya trade. While it doesn’t top the charts in production—India holds that crown with over 5.3 million tonnes…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Corn Sector in Portugal The Portuguese corn market in mid-2025 is dealing with a perfect storm. Between searing heatwaves, disrupted global supply chains, and shifting trade dynamics, it’s been anything but business as usual. In fact, as of July 27, 2025, Lisbon is baking under temperatures hitting…