Vehicle sales improved in Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam in July 2026, although the strength and sources of demand varied. Vietnam stood out as VinFast delivered 21,781 electric cars domestically, making EVs a major growth driver rather than a niche segment.
Bulgaria’s Economy Ministry has proposed a methodology indicating a retail price of about €8 per kilogram for cow’s milk cheese. The non-binding formula compares Bulgarian and EU prices as processors question its calculations and retailers’ markups.
Dodoma Region has expanded its grape-processing base from five factories to 39 over nine years, improving market access and value addition for growers. The regional government is now urging farmers to increase grape production while developing apples as an alternative commercial crop.
Vietnam exported more than $33 million of seafood to Cambodia in the first six months of 2026, making it the country’s largest supplier. Cambodia imported about 38,000 tonnes worth over $61 million during the period, according to its Ministry of Commerce.
About 38,000 Malaysian rice farmers are still waiting for supplementary compound fertilizer for 78,117 hectares. The delay could reduce yields by up to 30% and is estimated to cost farmers RM1.3 million per day.
Kazakhstan is developing a centralized waste management system led by JSC Zhasyl Damu as the National Waste Management Center. A planned digital platform will track waste from generation to processing, while electronic trading and investment incentives are intended to expand recycling capacity.
Uzbekistan’s Samarkand region plans to increase purchases of Belarusian beef and meat products by 1.5 times in the coming years. The region also intends to import breeding cattle and genetic material to renew its herd and develop local livestock production.
Nigeria’s palm oil industry is struggling to meet domestic demand as high production costs, poor yields and inefficient operations constrain supply. The deficit increases pressure on importers and food manufacturers while strengthening the case for investment in plantations and processing efficiency.
Polish raw milk deliveries exceeded Dutch volumes in two consecutive months, reaching 1.26 million tonnes in May, 1.4 percent above the Netherlands, according to Dutch trade portal Boerenbusiness. If the margin holds, Poland could finish 2026 as Europe's third-largest milk producer behind Germany and France.
China sharply increased purchases of Russian wheat, barley and corn in January-July 2026. Russia nevertheless remained behind larger suppliers, while restrictions limiting access to spring grain constrain further growth.
The Leapmotor T03 recorded 22,358 registrations in Italy during the first seven months of 2026, according to Quattroruote. Its 25.7% market share made it the country’s best-selling electric car over the period.
Locally processed yoghurt and other chilled dairy products are gaining premium retail space in Nigeria as currency depreciation, freight costs and shorter import shelf life weaken foreign competitors. The shift remains vulnerable because Nigeria imports about 70 percent of the milk it consumes and many domestic processors rely on imported milk powder.
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized content, and analyze our traffic. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage your preferences or learn more in our
Privacy Policy.