Labor shortages are forcing farmers to switch to mechanization.

Due to the acute shortage of personnel, Ukrainian farms are increasingly opting for mechanized onion harvesting. This increases the risks of crop contamination with soil and requires

Fresh! Agricultural sector weather forecast: Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Cloud cover continues to thin, precipitation ceases in the eastern and southern regions during the morning and early afternoon hours - according to the Agricultural Sector's Tuesday (01.09.2026) national medium-term forecast. It would be good to go out to the fields, but who knows if you should bring rubber boots? It might rain, but there might also be wind? It's harvest time, but are you sure the meteorology agrees? We can help! We show what weather to expect on this Tuesday (01.09.2026).

September 2025 Outlook Report: Meat

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Record harvest, big imports – yet rice prices jump 11%-16% YoY

Despite record Boro rice production in Bangladesh, prices have sharply increased by 10-16% compared to last year. This is impacting low-income families, and is attributed to market manipulation by traders who stockpile rice, leaving the government with insufficient reserves to stabilize prices. While the government imported a significant amount of rice and claims to be addressing the issue, the high prices persist due to factors like increased input costs, post-harvest losses, and supply chain disruptions. Experts criticize the lack of effective market intervention and regulatory oversight.

Numerous markets to increase cashew exports

Vietnam's cashew exports to the US have dropped significantly due to a 10% US import tariff, resulting in a 25% decrease in volume and a 4.2% decrease in value in April 2025 compared to April 2024. However, exports to China have surged, increasing by 127% in volume and 130% in value in April 2025 compared to March 2025. Other markets like the Netherlands, UAE, Japan, Philippines, India, and Turkey are also showing strong growth. While the US market presents challenges, Vietnam's cashew industry is diversifying into promising markets like China, the EU, and Australia, mitigating the impact of US tariffs.