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Introduction – The Netherlands: A Sweet Spot for Quality Sugar When you think of the Netherlands, tulips, windmills, and canals might come to mind—but did you know it’s also a heavyweight in sugar production? That’s right. Thanks to its prime climate, nutrient-rich soil, and centuries of farming know-how, the Netherlands has carved a sweet…

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Introduction – Netherlands’s Beef Market in Statistical Focus When we talk about the Netherlands, images of tulips, windmills, and cheese might pop into your head—but did you know it’s also a heavyweight in the beef export arena? Yup, despite its relatively small landmass, the Netherlands ranks among the top beef exporters in Europe. With…
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Introduction – Delving into Bangladesh’s Reputation for Quality Chocolate Confectionery When you think of elite chocolate confectionery, Bangladesh might not be the first place that comes to mind—but it should be. Over the last decade, Bangladesh has quietly carved out a niche in the global confectionery scene, blending its tropical climate, skilled workforce, and…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Lemon Sector in Pakistan It’s been a wild ride for Pakistan’s lemon market over the past year. From unrelenting monsoon rains to scorching heatwaves and massive floods, nature has played havoc with the supply chain — and the ripple effects are being felt right now, in July…

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Introduction – China’s Tuna Market in Statistical Focus China has firmly anchored itself as a heavyweight in the global tuna trade. As of 2023, it ranked as the third-largest exporter of tuna products globally. With a tuna catch volume of 395,000 tons and a fleet of 486 fishing vessels operated by 49 companies, the…