India's petroleum ministry told Parliament that ethanol-diesel blends sharply lowered the fuel's flash point and failed prescribed safety standards, halting that route for now. The setback comes as experts question the efficiency, farming and water impacts of 20 percent ethanol in petrol, with the government citing more than 1.97 trillion rupees in foreign exchange savings since 2014-15.
Research centers in northwest Russia are developing and commercializing fertilizers made from White Sea algae, peat, fish-farm sediment, diamond-mining clay and coffee-roasting waste. The projects offer farmers local nutrient sources as Russia’s mineral fertilizer production declined in the first half of 2026.
International prices for cereals, sugar and vegetable oils rose in July 2026, according to the FAO Food Price Index. Wheat gained 5.8%, maize 3.6%, sugar 5.6% and vegetable oils 2.0%, driven by heat waves, supply concerns and geopolitical tensions affecting energy markets. Meat prices fell 2.8%, the first monthly decline of the year.
Russian farmers harvested more than 60 million tonnes of wheat by August 10, exceeding the year-earlier result by 6 million tonnes. Higher yields are strengthening supply, but weak exports and falling domestic prices complicate sales for producers.
Russian companies, including Betaren, have begun entering Tanzania’s market following President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s three-day working visit to Russia in June. The development offers an early test of whether stronger diplomatic ties can produce lasting agricultural investment.
Russia produced 4.61 million tonnes of flour in the first half of 2026, broadly matching the 4.63 million tonnes recorded a year earlier. Wheat flour output remained stable, but rye flour and exports declined.
Russia’s sunflower oil self-sufficiency exceeds 140%, while processors send about 30% of output abroad. Strong domestic demand for sunflower cake and meal is supporting plant margins as feed protein consumption outpaces production.
Czech consumers are drinking less alcohol while non-alcoholic beer and ready-to-drink products gain ground. Rohlík reports non-alcoholic beer sales rising by more than 25%, while spirits producer Stock Plzeň-Božkov is investing millions in lower-alcohol formats amid higher excise duties.
Savola Group increased second-quarter 2026 revenue by 8.6% and net profit by 10% as higher sugar sales volumes and edible oil prices offset falling global sugar prices. The Saudi food group also continued reshaping its portfolio through an exit from Sudan and an acquisition in nuts, spices and pulses.
Bilecik has begun harvesting 63,489 tons of peaches and nectarines grown across 18,804 decares this year. The available report says all harvested nectarines are being shipped abroad, but does not identify destinations, prices or shipment volumes.
Egypt’s New Egyptian Countryside Development Company has secured exclusive domestic rights to produce and market F25 hybrid tomato seed. Production will begin at the company’s model farm in Al-Moghra, with the government seeking to reduce reliance on imported vegetable seed.
Greece has completed the first payment under an emergency fertilizer-purchase support scheme, distributing €33,579,900 to 67,746 beneficiaries. The aid covers 15% of eligible fertilizer expenses incurred between March 15 and June 30, 2026.
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