Jul
10
2026
France is preparing a €2 billion investment plan to strengthen domestic fertilizer production and reduce reliance on imports. The initiative is expected to support low-carbon ammonia, improve supply security and reinforce Europe’s agricultural input independence.
Jul
10
2026
Australian farmers and researchers are seeking viable alternatives to paraquat following stricter use conditions. Heavy dependence on Chinese supply, limited replacement options and rising herbicide resistance are increasing pressure on broadacre and grain production.
Jul
10
2026
Fall armyworm damage caused at least 700,000 tonnes of corn losses in Brazil’s 2025/26 safrinha season. Rising infestations in Mato Grosso and Goiás are increasing control costs, tightening farm margins and highlighting the need for stronger integrated pest management.
Jul
01
2026
King’s Oxishield offers dual-action bacterial disease management with Oxine Copper and Kasugamycin.
It protects leaf surfaces while suppressing bacterial activity inside plant tissues.
A reliable solution for citrus canker, tomato bacterial spot, and sustainable crop protection.
Jun
30
2026
Tomato early blight is a recurring disease risk that can reduce yield stability, fruit quality, and harvest predictability in commercial production.
Effective management depends on preventive IPM strategies, including crop rotation, canopy airflow, drip irrigation, monitoring, and residue control.
For importers and large-scale growers, structured disease management helps support stable tomato supply and long-term production resilience.
Jun
30
2026
Global fertilizer trade fell sharply to 41 million tonnes in early 2026, as Middle East supply disruptions, higher input costs, and weaker farm margins reduced market activity.
FAO reported an 18% drop in trade value, with export restrictions from major producers further tightening global fertilizer flows.
A gradual recovery is expected, but supply uncertainty may continue to affect fertilizer availability and the 2026–2027 growing season.
