Indian sugar exports have gained momentum following a rise in global prices, with exporters reporting improved demand across key international markets. Market participants said higher global sugar prices have enhanced […]
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Dairy Sector Faces Cost Pressure Amid Middle East Tensions; Feed Prices May Rise
The dairy sector is witnessing rising cost pressures amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, with higher input and logistics costs impacting operations across the value chain, according to […]
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Crude Oil Falls on Easing War Tensions; Relief Seen for Agri Input Costs
Crude oil prices declined sharply following signs of easing geopolitical tensions, raising expectations of lower input costs for the agriculture sector. Brent crude futures fell to around $95.40, down nearly […]
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EU May Tighten Rice Import Curbs; Indian Exporters Likely to Face Pressure
The European Union is preparing to tighten curbs on rice imports, a move that could impact global trade flows and put pressure on exports from key suppliers, including India. Market […]
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West Asia Tensions Keep Markets Volatile; Risks Rise for Energy, Trade and Agri Supply Chains
Ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia continue to keep global markets volatile, with risks emerging across energy, trade and agricultural supply chains. The United States has indicated that talks with […]
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India Fuel Shortage Deepens as West Asia Crisis Pushes Crude Higher
Rajkot Fuel Shortage Exposes India’s West Asia Supply Chain Vulnerability RAJKOT, March 24, 2026 — India’s fuel distribution network faces acute pressure as the Iran-US conflict drives crude oil […]
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Iran Conflict Puts 45 Million at Acute Hunger Risk Food Aid & Humanitarian Supply Chains
The Iran conflict has stranded approximately 70,000 tonnes of food aid at sea, blocking deliveries to the world’s poorest countries. The UN World Food Programme warns that 45 million additional […]
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Kandla-Mundra Port Freight Rates Rise 20% as Diesel Costs Surge
The Kandla-Mundra Container Transport Welfare Association has announced a temporary 20% increase in freight charges effective March 24, 2026, citing a sharp rise in industrial diesel prices and constrained fuel […]
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Crop Monitoring Europe March 2026: Mild Start, Local Weather Risks Ahead
Winter crops across Europe are entering spring 2026 in generally good condition, with adequate soil moisture and only localized frost and waterlogging damage so far. Yields are projected slightly above […]
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Colombia Grain and Feed 2026: Corn and Rice Output Set to Fall as US Dominates Imports and Wheat Dependence Deepens
Colombia’s grain sector is heading into marketing year 2026/2027 under significant production pressure, with corn and rice output both forecast to decline as persistently low farmgate prices continue to discourage […]
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