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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Fruit Sector in United Arab Emirates If you’re sourcing fruit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), now’s the time to pay attention. The landscape is shifting fast—and we’re not talking about the desert sands. In the last few months alone, the UAE’s fruit sector has been hit…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Dehydrated Fruits Sector in Italy The dehydrated fruits sector in Italy is navigating a whirlwind of recent developments. From innovative agricultural research to rising consumer preferences for healthier snacks, the industry is evolving faster than ever. Italy, famous for its rich agricultural heritage, is now at the…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Fish Sector in France As of August 2025, France’s fish market is riding a wave of transformation. Between shifting trade dynamics, environmental stress, and rising consumer expectations, the industry is under pressure—but also brimming with potential. Let’s start with trade. Both imports and exports of seafood have…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Wheat Sector in Netherlands The Netherlands is experiencing a whirlwind of change in its wheat market as we head into Quarter 3 of 2025. From shifting global trade policies to unpredictable weather patterns, the country’s wheat industry is seeing rapid movements that are impacting everything—from pricing and…

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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Frozen Chicken Sector in Kenya Kenya’s frozen chicken market in 2025 finds itself at a major turning point. A confluence of international trade negotiations, logistical hurdles, and domestic economic pressures is reshaping how suppliers, buyers, and industry players operate. The most pressing issue? The looming impact…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Rattan Furniture Sector in Brazil The Brazilian rattan furniture market is undergoing a seismic shift in 2025. With trade dynamics intensifying, sustainability regulations tightening, and supply chains being tested by both policy and natural forces, businesses in this space can’t afford to sit still. In 2024, Brazil’s…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Urea Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s Urea market is undergoing a whirlwind of change right now. Quarter 3 of 2025 has brought a wave of impactful developments that are reshaping how businesses source and trade Urea in the country. A mix of policy shifts, new trade partnerships, climate-related…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Hard Disk Drives Sector in India If you’re sourcing Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) from India, buckle up—things are moving fast. In the last few months, India’s HDD market has been shaken by high-impact developments: new tech rollouts, major investment waves, trade policy shifts, and regulatory changes. Add…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Wood Sector in Ukraine The Ukrainian wood industry has been facing one of the most transformative periods in recent memory. With the ongoing war reshaping economic landscapes and trade routes, businesses sourcing wood from Ukraine must remain on high alert. The third quarter of 2025 has brought…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Canned Fish Sector in Philippines You may have noticed that the canned fish market in the Philippines is buzzing with activity—and for good reason. As of August 2025, a mix of new trade policies, environmental challenges, and supply chain developments is dramatically reshaping how businesses source, sell,…