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Introduction – Understanding Belgium’s Reputation for Quality Fruit Belgium might be small in size, but when it comes to fruit production, it punches well above its weight. Nestled in the heart of Europe, this country boasts ideal conditions for growing premium-quality fruit—think fertile soil, a temperate climate, and generations of agricultural expertise. From juicy…
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Introduction – Thailand’s Sunflower Market: A Quantitative Overview Thailand may not be the world’s sunflower powerhouse, but it’s quietly carving out a niche role in the regional market. In 2022, the country produced around 27,000 metric tons of sunflower seeds—an 8% increase from the previous year. While that’s modest compared to giants like Romania…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Urea Sector in France If you’re a buyer, trader, or distributor of urea in France right now, chances are you’re keeping one eye on the headlines and the other on your sourcing options. And for good reason—France’s urea market is shifting rapidly, driven by a mix of…
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Introduction – Austria’s Cattle Market: A Quantitative Overview Austria might not be the first country that comes to mind when we talk about beef giants, but don’t underestimate it. As of December 2024, Austria’s cattle population stood at a solid 1.82 million head, despite a slight 0.8% dip from the previous year. With over…
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Introduction – Austria’s Robusta Coffee Market in Statistical Focus Austria may not grow Robusta coffee beans domestically, but it plays a surprisingly strategic role in the global coffee supply chain. As an importer and re-exporter, Austria has carved out a niche in processing and distributing green Robusta coffee beans from top-producing countries like Brazil…
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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Cheese Sector in France France’s cheese market is facing a whirlwind of changes in 2025. From shifting trade policies and disease outbreaks to evolving consumer preferences and climate challenges, the industry is navigating stormy waters. And if you’re in the B2B cheese game—whether sourcing, distributing, or…
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Introduction – Delving into United Arab Emirates’s Reputation for Quality Beverage When you think about beverages from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), what comes to mind? Probably innovation, premium-grade products, and a strong regulatory framework. And you’re right. The UAE has become a powerhouse in the global beverage industry, supplying everything from artisanal juices…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coconut By Products Sector in Pakistan The coconut by-products industry in Pakistan is going through a fascinating transformation in 2025. With global demand for sustainable, plant-based, and organic products on the rise, coconut derivatives like coconut oil, desiccated coconut, coconut flour, shell charcoal, and coir products are…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Starch Sector in India India’s starch market is experiencing a major shake-up in Q3 of 2025. From sudden demand surges in the food processing and textile industries to tighter global trade regulations, the starch sector is seeing fast-paced transformation. A recent policy change has reduced import duties…
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Introduction – Brazil’s Sunflower Market by the Numbers Brazil might not be the first country that comes to mind when you think of sunflower exports, but don’t underestimate it. With a resilient production base, particularly in the Central-West region, Brazil is quietly climbing the ranks in the global sunflower industry. In the 2023/24 crop…