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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Snacks Sector in Netherlands The snacks industry in the Netherlands is currently riding a wave of transformation. Driven by shifting consumer preferences, regulatory changes, and sustainability goals, the Dutch snacks market is undergoing rapid evolution. From an increased appetite for plant-based munchies to a growing awareness of…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Rice Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s rice industry in 2025 is standing at a critical crossroads. Following a record-breaking year in 2024 with exports hitting 9.04 million tonnes, the country is now facing a decline in outbound shipments, projected at just 7.5 million tonnes for this year. But…

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🌍 Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cashew Nut Sector in Global The global Cashew Nut market is undergoing rapid changes in 2025. From climate-related production dips to booming demand for plant-based snacks, this is not a market where you can afford to blink. In just the past few months, unseasonal rains have…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Sugar Sector in Belgium The Belgian sugar market is undergoing a wave of change in 2025. From global supply chain shakeups to shifting European regulations and consumer preferences, sugar producers and traders are navigating a landscape that looks very different from just a year ago. Why does…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Fruits Sector in Belgium The Belgian fruits market is in the thick of some serious shifts right now, and it’s not business as usual. Climate change is hitting hard, and it’s not just a buzzword anymore—it’s reshaping how fruits are grown, harvested, priced, and sold across Belgium.…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Fruit Sector in Thailand Thailand’s fruit sector is buzzing with change. In Week 15 of 2025, a cascade of developments has reshaped the landscape for buyers and traders alike. From updated trade policies to global climate patterns creating supply imbalances, businesses sourcing fruits from Thailand are under…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coconut Sector in Thailand If you’re keeping an eye on global agri-commodity trends, you’ve likely noticed something brewing in Thailand’s coconut market. In Week 14 of 2025, the buzz is real—and for good reason. Thailand, one of the world’s key coconut producers, is facing a whirlwind of…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Sugar Sector in Thailand Thailand’s sugar industry is in the spotlight this week as a flurry of critical developments reshape the landscape for buyers, suppliers, and stakeholders worldwide. The sugar market is experiencing rapid fluctuations due to a perfect storm of global demand shifts, supply chain bottlenecks,…

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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Edible Oils Sector in China China’s edible oils market in 2025 is navigating through one of its most volatile and transformative phases in recent memory. In just the first quarter, a flurry of policy changes, trade tensions, and sustainability shifts have dramatically reshaped the playing field.…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coconut Sector in China The coconut market in China is undergoing a whirlwind of changes, and if you’re in the game—whether sourcing, importing, or selling coconut products—keeping up isn’t optional anymore. As of June 2025, the Chinese coconut sector is being reshaped by a perfect storm of…