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Over the weekend, talks took place between the US and Iran, which delivered a 14-point plan for peace through Pakistan. But Trump said the plan did not meet US conditions on Iran's nuclear program.   Later, information appeared that Iran had changed its negotiating position and was ready to discuss the nuclear issue immediately. It agreed to limit uranium enrichment to 3.5% and reduce its stockpiles, and also softened the requirements for the American military presence. In...

The Midwest and the Southern and Central Plains of the United States received very productive rainfall last week, which will improve the condition of winter crops and facilitate the planting of spring crops. However, temperatures, especially in the North, remained low, which did not allow for increased planting. This week, temperatures are expected to rise and another wave of precipitation will allow for accelerated planting of soybeans and corn.   In the Canadian prairies, cold air...

In April, Ukraine increased exports of grain crops, in particular wheat, but significantly reduced exports of oilseeds due to a reduction in their stocks.   Compared to the previous month, exports of major products in April changed as follows: grain crops - grew by 10% to 4 million tons (of which corn accounted for 67%, wheat - 32%, barley - 1%), oilseeds – decreased by 42% to 196.3 thousand tons (soybean – 82%, rapeseed – 14% and sunflower –...

In 2025, egg production in Ukraine decreased by 0.5% compared to the previous year to 11,434 million pieces, which is 13% lower than the average 5-year indicator. At the same time, the share of industrial enterprises in the total production volume increased to 54% or 6,085 million pieces, and households decreased to 46% from 5,531 to 5,349 million pieces.   Despite difficult economic conditions, large enterprises maintain production stability by introducing automation, new management...

The weighted average purchase price of grains and oilseeds in Ukraine on CPT terminals, EXW elevators, CPT processors, FCA, CPT dollar, FOB, DAF, CIF Purchase prices in Ukraine  CPT terminal, UAH EXW elevators, UAH CPT processor, UAH FCA, UAH FCA, $ CPT terminal, $ DAF, $ CIF, $ Wheat mill offals6000Mustard seeds35000Peas11500Buckwheat3800019500Rye120007500Coriander32000Corn10984 ↑ 688408600 ↓ 388220210Soybean hulls granulated150Flax30000Soybean meal345 ↑ 3Sunflower...

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, in its repeated first reading, supported draft law No. 14271, which provides for the implementation of European legislation in the field of renewable energy in order to harmonize the norms of Ukraine and the EU, enhance the stability of the energy system, strengthen the country's energy security, and stimulate the development of green generation by attracting investments, the Verkhovna Rada website reported.   The new document simplifies the...

In the 1st quarter of 2026, Ukraine exported 15.5 million tons of agricultural products for a total amount of $6.3 billion, and the share of agricultural products in total exports was 62%, which indicates the key role of the industry in ensuring the country's foreign exchange earnings, the press service of the Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture reported.   While the physical volume of exports grew by only 1.2% compared to last year, its value increased by 8.3% or...

The UK could have a good winter barley crop in 2026 as weather conditions are supporting the development of crops that are in much better condition than the previous season. However, the overall barley harvest will depend heavily on the spring crop situation.   The increase in fuel and fertilizer prices caused by the war in the Middle East will increase the cost and reduce the profitability of growing spring barley, but will have almost no impact on winter barley crops, the area...