Pedological drought of moderate to extreme intensity is affecting large parts of Romania, with unirrigated corn and sunflower the most exposed crops, agrometeorologist Daniel Alexandru said on Antena 3 CNN. The National Meteorological Administration warns of maximum temperatures up to 41 degrees Celsius between 6 and 11 August, well above the roughly 30-32 degree biological resistance limit of the two crops.
Iran’s dairy industry is facing higher production costs, an approximately 10% decline in domestic consumption and a possible drop in exports. The industry association has warned that another price shock could further weaken demand.
Kherson farmers expect the region’s melon harvest to reach about 25,000 tonnes despite continued Russian shelling. Rising Ukrainian supply is pushing prices lower, while extreme heat supports watermelon consumption across Central and Southern Europe.
Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have signed a joint declaration on farmer pricing, local cocoa processing, environmental protection and scientific cooperation. Coordination between the world’s two largest cocoa producers could influence how value and investment are distributed across the global supply chain.
FAO expects agricultural commodity prices to begin rising by the end of 2026, with stronger effects on retail food prices in 2027. Coffee, cocoa, sugar, palm oil, grains and oilseeds face pressure from El Niño, European drought and higher energy and fertilizer costs.
Thailand's Department of Internal Trade will run discounted egg sales points from 13 to 31 August 2026, distributing 3.42 million eggs at about 10% below market price. The move follows a farm-gate increase from 3.80 to 4.00 baht per egg after daily output fell roughly 3% below normal levels.
Novosibirsk Region imported about 6,400 tonnes of watermelons this summer, making it Siberia’s leading entry point. Siberian imports exceeded 12,000 tonnes in the first half of 2026, while phytosanitary officials inspected 21,800 tonnes in Novosibirsk Region.
Iran’s agriculture ministry has moved to lift the seasonal restriction on rice imports during the northern harvest. Importers say continued access to foreign supply could prevent shortages and further price increases, while producers warn that it could weaken farmers’ bargaining power.
Brazilian cotton prices recovered in July as limited spot availability strengthened sellers’ negotiating position. Globo Rural reported that higher international lint values also supported the domestic market.
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical market is worth about $7 billion and is forecast to grow by 10-15% annually. Domestic manufacturers supply around 60% of medicines by volume but only 46% by value, while the industry aims to raise those shares to 80% and 70% by 2030.
South Africa exported 2.9 million tonnes of citrus in 2025, moving ahead of Spain in the global ranking by volume. Its export-led production model, international supply-chain links and compliance systems underpin the rise, but tariffs, plant-health rules and logistics remain significant risks.
The US average retail price for all fresh beef reached a record $8.15 per pound in July 2024. Tight cattle supplies lifted prices, but high production costs, expensive replacement animals and lower packer bids limited the benefit for ranchers.
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