Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has significantly increased the price of commercial fertilizers. Nearly two decades ago, Abe Sandquist had to really wrack his brain on how he could sell cow dung. He had to work really hard to convince farmers… Read More ›
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Smithfield Foods, biggest U.S. pork processor indefinitely shuts down Sioux Falls, South Dakota, plant due to coronavirus pandemic
Smithfield Foods, the world’s biggest pork processor stated, it will shutdown a U.S. plant indefinitely following a hike in the number of coronavirus cases among employees. It also warned that the country is moving “perilously close to the edge” in… Read More ›
DowDuPont Inc’s Enlist E3 soy seeds wins China’s approval
China’s decision to grant approval to DowDuPont Inc’s Enlist E3 soy seeds is likely to lead to U.S. farmers opting for Enlist S3 rather than Monsanto’s Roundup Ready line of seeds since China, can easily reject shipments of unapproved varieties…. Read More ›
Donald Trump fires fresh salvo at China, imposes 10% tariffs on Chinese imports worth $200 billion
In a strategic move aimed at positioning itself in a stronger position during negotiations, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 10% tariff on Chinese exports to the U.S. for goods worth $200 billion. The tariff is applicable to the… Read More ›
Brazilian farmers switch to soy midst increased demand from China
The rising trade war between ther United States and China is reshaping Brazil’s agricultural business. China’s investment in Brazil has also jumped to its 7-year high. To a large extent, the outcome of China’s gamble in Brazil will be weighed… Read More ›