Russia exported more than 2.6 million tonnes of corn in the first half of 2026, 2.7 times the year-earlier volume. Export revenue increased 2.4-fold to nearly $580 million, with Iran, Turkey and China among the principal buyers.
Russia exported $68.7 million of frozen beef to China in the first half of 2026, up from $48.7 million a year earlier. Shipments strengthened in June, but Russia remained far behind Brazil, Australia and Argentina in the Chinese market.
China increased Russian crude oil purchases by 16.7% to 57.28 million tonnes in January-June 2026, while their value rose 31.1% to $33.13 billion. Russian LNG and pipeline gas also generated higher revenue, but combined coal earnings fell 7% to $3.79 billion.
Indonesia’s coal exports generated US$14-15 billion, equivalent to Rp250-268 trillion, Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said. The earnings come as Indonesia’s foreign-exchange reserves rose to US$145.6 billion at the end of June 2026.
The Eurasian Economic Commission's Internal Market Protection Department has concluded that anti-dumping duties on Chinese seamless steel pipes should run another five years. The measures, set at 12.23%–31% of customs value since August 2015, were due to expire in April 2026 but now stand until at least 21 December 2026.
China’s Red Globe grape output has fallen by about 30-40% from last year, while Shine Muscat and other varieties have also recorded lower production. Growers have converted some vineyards to blueberries, raising the prospect of an early end to China’s export season despite steady Asian demand.
France’s two main cereal ports recorded a strong recovery in the 2025/2026 campaign after a disastrous previous season. Rouen handled 8.4 million tonnes, while La Rochelle approached 3.7 million tonnes, supported by wheat, barley and renewed maize shipments.
The Iran conflict has restrained global edible oil supplies and supported prices, increasing pressure on import-dependent India. The disruption highlights the country’s exposure to external supply, pricing and logistics risks in a commodity essential to domestic food consumption.
Sugar prices in Poland and Germany are moving in opposite directions, according to the supplied material. German shelf prices are rising, while Polish prices are falling sharply and putting pressure on the finances of domestic producers.
New York cocoa futures slipped 0.2% to $5,520 per tonne after strong recent gains, while signs of recovering demand and El Niño risks supported the outlook. Arabica coffee rose 1.3% to $3.2455 per pound, despite steady progress in Brazil’s harvest.
Germany withdrew and recalled Turkish-origin tomato paste after glass fragments were found following a consumer complaint. The RASFF notification, filed on 16 July 2026, classified the incident as a serious risk, while France joined the follow-up process.
The Netherlands expects to harvest 195 million kilograms of apples in 2026, down 18% from last year, while pear production is forecast to rise 10% to 393 million kilograms. Declining apple acreage and lower Elstar and Jonagold volumes will shape fresh-fruit availability from late August.
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