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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Butter Sector in India The Indian butter market is in the midst of a significant transformation. As of July 2025, a mix of factors—ranging from erratic monsoon patterns and supply chain bottlenecks to changing dietary trends and global trade realignments—have dramatically impacted the butter industry in India.…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Wood Sector in Netherlands The Dutch wood market is experiencing rapid and disruptive change as we head into July 2025. From global trade shifts to environmental policy pivots, businesses that rely on wood imports and exports in the Netherlands are being forced to rethink their strategies —…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Millet Sector in Malaysia The Malaysian millet market is undergoing major shifts in 2025. After a steep 38% drop in market value in 2024, falling to just $3 million, the industry’s future remains uncertain. This decline is not just a number—it reflects deep-rooted issues like erratic weather,…
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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Fruit Sector in Switzerland Switzerland’s fruit market in 2025 is anything but business as usual. Recent global and domestic developments are shaking the foundations of the industry, and if you’re sourcing or planning to source fruit from Switzerland, staying ahead of the curve is no longer…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Corn Sector in Belgium 2025 has been a whirlwind year for Belgium’s corn sector. A potent mix of shifting global trade flows, increasingly volatile weather patterns, and economic pressures has reshaped the way businesses interact with the corn supply chain. Belgium, as a key European agricultural hub,…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Oil Sector in Germany The oil market in Germany is undergoing a significant transformation in Q2 of 2025. Following a string of geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe, coupled with a surprise policy shift by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) to accelerate…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Dates Sector in United States The Dates market in the United States is currently undergoing a whirlwind of changes, and if you’re in the food import/export or wholesale space, you better be paying attention. Over the past six months, the U.S. Dates sector has been hit by…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Soybean Sector in Poland The Soybean market in Poland is at a turning point. In 2025, the sector is facing rapid shifts caused by a complex mix of geopolitical changes, trade realignments, and evolving domestic policies. The country is responding to a tightening global supply chain and…
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Introduction – Understanding Italy’s Reputation for Quality Dates When people think of Italy, their minds often wander to vineyards, rolling olive orchards, and world-class cuisine. But what about dates? You might be surprised to learn that Italy, though not a traditional date-producing country, is becoming an increasingly important player in the premium date market—albeit…
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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…