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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 Soft Drinks Sector in France France’s soft drinks market is in the middle of a storm—and we’re not just talking about the weather. It’s 2025, and the industry is grappling with everything from shifting consumer habits to major policy changes. If you’re in the business of sourcing…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Furniture Sector in Belgium The Belgian furniture market is undergoing a dramatic transformation as we enter Q3 of 2025. In the past few months alone, a series of economic shifts, regulatory changes, and global events have sent ripples through the supply chain. From fresh EU trade agreements…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Fresh Onion Sector in Spain The Spanish fresh onion market has been on a rollercoaster lately. From unpredictable weather patterns to fluctuating international demand, it’s a high-stakes game for suppliers, distributors, and importers. In 2025, Spain’s onion sector is feeling the impact of reduced planting, erratic weather,…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Bamboo Sector in India India’s bamboo sector is buzzing with new energy in July 2025. Surprising developments have shaken up the market—from fresh government policies to global trade shifts and tech-driven innovations. The country’s first-ever bamboo-based biorefinery began operations earlier this year in Assam, marking a historic…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cinnamon Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s cinnamon industry is currently navigating a highly dynamic and fast-changing environment. Recent events—ranging from new trade agreements with the EU and Middle Eastern countries to regional climate disruptions—have created ripple effects across the country’s cinnamon-producing regions. A sudden surge in global demand,…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Basmati Rice Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s Basmati rice market is currently riding a wave of intense transformation. As of Q3 2025, several major developments have reshaped the landscape—some offering new opportunities, while others have introduced serious challenges. Globally, rice prices have taken a hit. After India lifted…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Fragrant Rice Sector in Brazil In July 2025, Brazil’s fragrant rice market is undergoing a seismic shift. A series of unexpected developments—from policy reversals to environmental disasters—have shaken the very foundations of the supply chain. And if you’re in the business of sourcing fragrant rice, you’re probably…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cinnamon Sector in United Kingdom The cinnamon market in the United Kingdom is heating up — and not just on your plate. A surge in demand for natural ingredients, a renewed focus on health and wellness, and evolving global trade dynamics are reshaping how businesses source this…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cumin Seeds Sector in India India’s cumin seeds market, long known for its global dominance and aromatic superiority, is currently navigating through a period of unexpected turbulence and transformation. In the first quarter of 2025, a combination of unseasonal rainfall in Gujarat and Rajasthan (India’s largest cumin-producing…