Jun
10
2026
A possible super El Niño could damage key crops and push global food prices higher.
Extreme heat, droughts and floods may disrupt supplies of rice, wheat, maize and soybeans.
Food companies are expected to strengthen sourcing plans and climate-risk management.
Jun
09
2026
ADNOC has raised its June sulphur OSP by $100/t to a record $860/t FOB Ruwais, signaling tighter global supply and strong fertilizer-sector demand. The move could push delivered prices into India near $1,000/t CFR and add cost pressure to phosphate fertilizer producers.
May
29
2026
EU pesticide sales reached around 316,000 tonnes in 2024, with fungicides and bactericides remaining the largest category. Demand continues to be driven by food security needs, climate-related pest pressure, and the shift toward more efficient, sustainable crop protection solutions.
May
29
2026
Mango anthracnose is a major disease affecting fruit yield, quality, shelf life, and marketability, especially in warm, humid production regions. Effective control requires an integrated approach, including orchard sanitation, canopy pruning, tolerant varieties, biological control, and well-timed fungicide programs.
May
28
2026
Europe is taking action to improve fertiliser availability, support farmers facing rising costs, and strengthen food security. The plan focuses on financial support, better nutrient management, domestic fertiliser production, sustainable alternatives, and stronger market preparedness.
May
28
2026
Banana weevil is a serious threat to commercial banana production, damaging corms and weakening plant stability. Effective control relies on clean planting material, field sanitation, monitoring, and integrated IPM practices to reduce yield loss and extend plantation productivity.
