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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Ginger Sector in China China’s ginger market is undergoing a pivotal shift as of Q3 2025 — and if your business relies on ginger imports from China, you need to pay attention. Whether you’re sourcing fresh ginger, essential oils, or processed ginger products, the landscape is changing…

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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Red Chilli Sector in Poland Poland’s red chilli market is heating up—literally and figuratively. As we step into Quarter 3 of 2025, a wave of rapid changes is reshaping the landscape. From major shifts in import trends and trade dynamics to local supply chain disruptions and…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Beef Sector in Pakistan Pakistan’s beef industry is in the middle of a high-stakes transformation. In just the past few months, we’ve seen major trade shifts, export booms, and domestic turbulence that have shaken up the entire meat supply chain. If you’re in the business of sourcing…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Sesame Seeds Sector in Malaysia If you’re sourcing sesame seeds in Malaysia right now, you’re stepping into a market undergoing some serious shifts. July 2025 has brought a whirlwind of developments that are reshaping the sesame seeds landscape across Southeast Asia — and Malaysia is right at…

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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 Desiccated Coconut Sector in Indonesia If you’re sourcing desiccated coconut from Indonesia right now, you’d better stay sharp. The market is in a whirlwind. Prices are climbing, supplies are shrinking, and weather patterns just aren’t playing nice. Add to that a spike in demand from Europe, the…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Red Dragon Fruit Sector in Malaysia If you’re in the business of sourcing premium tropical fruits, especially red dragon fruit, Malaysia is a country to keep both eyes on right now. As of September 2025, Malaysia’s red dragon fruit sector is undergoing a whirlwind of developments—from policy…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Palm Oil Sector in Italy Italy’s palm oil market is currently riding a wave of transformation. In July 2025, several key developments have shaken up the sector—some expected, others less so. The most disruptive changes stem from newly revised EU sustainability mandates that impose tighter controls on…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Beans Sector in Malaysia The beans market in Malaysia is undergoing a significant transformation as we enter Q3 of 2025. In recent months, a combination of climate unpredictability, currency fluctuations, and shifting trade dynamics in Southeast Asia has disrupted the traditional flow of agricultural goods. New regional…

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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Candies Sector in Portugal If you’re sourcing candies from Portugal in 2025, you’re probably feeling the heat—literally and figuratively. From intense wildfires to trade policy pivots and agricultural shocks, the Portuguese confectionery market is facing a whirlwind of challenges. Let’s break it down. In August 2025,…