Palm oil prices remained stable in July 2026 as higher Malaysian production and stocks offset tighter availability in Indonesia and the risk from El Niño. Italy’s projected rice area for 2026/27 fell slightly to 233,500 hectares, while farmers shifted sharply from long-grain varieties toward round rice.
Romania has asked the European Commission for flexibility in applying conditions on sheep and goat exports, but restrictions remain in force. Brussels requires credible disease controls, clear traceability and separation of infected animals before trade can gradually resume.
A Rift Valley Fever outbreak has temporarily stopped at least part of Rwanda’s cattle trade, interrupting supplies from Eastern Province to Kigali abattoirs. The disruption is affecting meat availability and prices, although the source material provides no figures for the broader market impact.
Turkey’s cherry and sour cherry exports reached $101.72 million in the first six months, up 333% from $23.48 million a year earlier. A larger crop after the previous season’s frost damage supported the recovery, with Germany, Russia and other European Union markets among the main destinations.
Selangor is encouraging consumers to buy locally grown fruit as Malaysia’s annual imports of fruit and vegetables reach about RM7.5 billion. A three-day state festival is offering about 40 tonnes of produce and targeting RM250,000 in sales.
Extra virgin olive oil prices have declined at five Spanish supermarket chains, with some offers below €5 at Mercadona, Carrefour and Dia. Deoleo says improving production and a more favorable outlook for the next campaign indicate that the worst of the price crisis has passed.
Panama harvested about 50% of its usual specialty coffee output after heavy rain, drought and extreme temperatures. Geisha production fell by at least 30%, tightening supply before the Best of Panama auction in September.
Expanding poultry and livestock industries in Guinea and Côte d’Ivoire are increasing demand for animal feed, according to Agence Ecofin. US corn exporters are examining the two West African markets as potential new outlets.
Tanzania’s government will issue guidelines on July 20, 2026, for official maize purchases intended to stabilize falling prices. Farmers have reported steep declines, but purchase volumes, prices and participating agencies have not yet been disclosed.
EU biofuel consumption is projected to rise 6% in 2026 as transport decarbonization rules tighten. Limited European production capacity could create more room for Brazilian sugarcane ethanol, corn ethanol and biodiesel, although strict sustainability requirements remain a barrier.
Spanish used battery-electric car transactions reached 18,677 units in the first half of 2026, up 45% year on year. Average asking prices returned to growth after 15 consecutive months of declines, while charging access and affordability remain barriers.
Moroccan exports to the United States could face an additional 12.5% tariff under a trade proposal linked to forced-labor concerns. The measure, which is reportedly under consideration, could weaken their competitiveness in the US market.
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