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Europe
Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap! – Wrapping up March 2026
In this episode of Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap, we look at a whole buffet of topics. We examine how recent geopolitical tensions in Iran are influencing global consumer
Global Daily: April Fools and the Last Supper
Wednesday saw the unusual occurrence of three Anglosphere heads of government delivering televised addresses to their respective nations within 24 hours of each other...
Monthly Outlook: War and Peace
For now, we stick to our scenario of the Iran war being over in 2-3 weeks on largely US terms, then a slow return to normal for energy… but not for geopolitics.
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q2 2026: Solid global chicken demand, rising geopolitical risks and volatility
The global poultry industry outlook remains strong, with 2.5%-3% growth expected in global consumption.
Exclusive A Pause, Not a Pivot, in EU ETS
No immediate EU ETS intervention despite the energy shock: Oil and gas prices have surged since the Iran war began, but the EU is not moving toward aggressive ETS reforms
How the EU maritime sector can decarbonize through biofuels, onshore power, and efficiency
A look at how FuelEU Maritime reshapes EU short sea shipping through biofuels, onshore power supply, and ship efficiency, amid long term biomass and grid challenges.
Australia and New Zealand
Australia agribusiness April 2026: Fuel and fertiliser pressures
Australia’s key commodities highlights and economic influences for this month. The full report covers the developments to watch in the upcoming weeks.
New Zealand agribusiness April 2026: A watch on fuel, fertiliser, and freight
Here are the main highlights for some of New Zealand’s key commodities this month. The full report covers the developments to watch in the upcoming weeks.
Global Daily: April Fools and the Last Supper
Wednesday saw the unusual occurrence of three Anglosphere heads of government delivering televised addresses to their respective nations within 24 hours of each other...
Monthly Outlook: War and Peace
For now, we stick to our scenario of the Iran war being over in 2-3 weeks on largely US terms, then a slow return to normal for energy… but not for geopolitics.
The Iran conflict and Australian agribusiness: Where things stand after four weeks
Australia’s farm sector is feeling the ripple effects of the escalating Middle East conflict. In this episode, Stefan Vogel leads a discussion with the team on...
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q2 2026: Solid global chicken demand, rising geopolitical risks and volatility
The global poultry industry outlook remains strong, with 2.5%-3% growth expected in global consumption.
Exclusive Wind and solar energy growth in Australia’s farming regions
This report outlines the main opportunities, risks, and key considerations for Australian farms considering working with wind and solar projects.
A global greenhouse update
A discussion of the latest global greenhouse trends, highlighting shifts in supply, demand, and cost structures across major horticultural regions.
New Zealand Economic Update: March 2026
The Iran war is now in its fourth week and the critical Strait of Hormuz remains mostly closed to shipping...
Global Daily: Look to America
US equity indices closed lower yesterday but were comparative outperformers against European and Asian counterparts, which were roundly brutalised.
Geopolitics and the impact of the war in Iran on Australia and the world
A discussion on the impact of the war in Iran and wider geopolitical implications on Australia’s and New Zealand’s economy and agriculture.
Blooming success: Australian horticulture breaks records
The Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook 2024/25 has been released, providing an ideal opportunity for Michael Harvey and Jen Corkran to reflect on the key trends
North America
Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap! – Wrapping up March 2026
In this episode of Consumer Foods-to-Go Wrap, we look at a whole buffet of topics. We examine how recent geopolitical tensions in Iran are influencing global consumer
Global Daily: April Fools and the Last Supper
Wednesday saw the unusual occurrence of three Anglosphere heads of government delivering televised addresses to their respective nations within 24 hours of each other...
Monthly Outlook: War and Peace
For now, we stick to our scenario of the Iran war being over in 2-3 weeks on largely US terms, then a slow return to normal for energy… but not for geopolitics.
The new world for venture capital
Many investors have abandoned the world of early-stage alcohol startups, leaving a gaping hole in the market. There is less money available to fuel startup growth,
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q2 2026: Solid global chicken demand, rising geopolitical risks and volatility
The global poultry industry outlook remains strong, with 2.5%-3% growth expected in global consumption.
Global outlook: Energy shock slows economic growth around the globe
War in the Middle East has upended global energy markets. This affects the entire global economy.
South America
Monthly Outlook: War and Peace
For now, we stick to our scenario of the Iran war being over in 2-3 weeks on largely US terms, then a slow return to normal for energy… but not for geopolitics.
Exclusive Brazilian G&O monthly update – March 2026
Our latest report for Brazilian G&O, detailing farmgate prices, amounts sold, exports, and crush margins for corn and soybeans, as well as regional weather developments.
Exclusive Buying time
 Externally, the U.S.–Iran conflict has now reached the one‑month mark with no concrete progress, heightening global uncertainty and raising risks for inflation and fina
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q2 2026: Solid global chicken demand, rising geopolitical risks and volatility
The global poultry industry outlook remains strong, with 2.5%-3% growth expected in global consumption.
Climate change redefines suitability and resilience in global arabica coffee production
From Brazil to Ethiopia, climate change is reshaping where arabica coffee thrives, forcing the coffee supply chain to rethink sourcing, resilience, and long‑term supply.
Exclusive Semana decisiva em meio à s incertezas geopolÃticas
Externamente, a IEA autorizou a liberação recorde de 400 milhões de barris de petróleo das reservas emergenciais para conter a alta dos preços causada pela guerra no Or
Asia
Global Daily: April Fools and the Last Supper
Wednesday saw the unusual occurrence of three Anglosphere heads of government delivering televised addresses to their respective nations within 24 hours of each other...
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q2 2026: Solid global chicken demand, rising geopolitical risks and volatility
The global poultry industry outlook remains strong, with 2.5%-3% growth expected in global consumption.
Global Daily: It Takes Two to TACO
The Iran war rages on and energy importers in Asia continue to look nervously at their ‘days cover’ dashboards for liquid fuels...
Global Daily: Look to America
US equity indices closed lower yesterday but were comparative outperformers against European and Asian counterparts, which were roundly brutalised.
Global Daily: The Wrath of Kharg
Brent crude is bid again this morning as markets digest the dump of news over the weekend relating to the Iran war...
Global Daily: Mine, Yours
Major US, European and Asian equity indices all closed in the red yesterday as Brent crude prices again breached the $100/bbl level...
Africa
Exclusive Global poultry quarterly Q2 2026: Solid global chicken demand, rising geopolitical risks and volatility
The global poultry industry outlook remains strong, with 2.5%-3% growth expected in global consumption.
Climate change redefines suitability and resilience in global arabica coffee production
From Brazil to Ethiopia, climate change is reshaping where arabica coffee thrives, forcing the coffee supply chain to rethink sourcing, resilience, and long‑term supply.
Global fertilizer markets feel impact of conflict in the Middle East
The current conflict in the Middle East is disrupting global fertilizer markets, raising prices and tightening supply across global agriculture.
Exclusive Global beef quarterly Q1 2026
Tightening global beef supplies and China’s introduction of import quotas are set to reshape global trade flows and increase price volatility throughout 2026.
Global greenhouse update 2026
Governments’ growing focus on self-sufficiency, climate risks, and steady tech advances are influencing greenhouse investment patterns and crop strategies worldwide.
Exclusive Taking East African floriculture to the next level
Kenya’s floriculture sector is growing fast, tackling risks and sustainability through diversification, digitalization, and global collaboration.