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.
Vietnam imported 13.65 million tonnes of crude oil and refined petroleum products worth $12.31 billion in the first seven months of 2026. Import volume fell 3.5% year on year, but expenditure rose 41.82% as Middle East conflict drove up global prices.
Ecuador shipped about 2,000 metric tonnes of milled rice to Colombia through the Rumichaca bridge in the last week of July. Zero tariffs within the Andean Community and shorter overland routes strengthen Ecuador’s position in a Colombian market that imports 9%-10% of its consumption.
Burkina Faso has launched a new phase of its farming, water and fisheries program for 2026-2028. The government is also suspending imports of flour and related foods to support sales of domestic production.
Heat and prolonged water shortages are expected to reduce corn production across Europe in 2026. France’s harvest is forecast to fall 35% to 9 million tonnes, while smaller planted areas are weighing on output in Eastern Europe.
Carlsberg Group will take over production of PepsiCo products from Royal Unibrew and begin bottling the drinks in Lithuania in 2029. The agreement will extend Carlsberg’s PepsiCo bottling network to 15 countries.
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