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Mariah Wollweber Joins American Soybean Association as Senior Director of Communications & Marketing

Mariah Wollweber Joins American Soybean Association as Senior Director of Communications & Marketing

The American Soybean Association (ASA) has announced the appointment of Mariah Wollweber as its new Senior Director of Communications and Marketing. Based in the association’s Washington, D.C. office,

Balaguer Rolls Turkey Becomes Regional Centre for Roller Mill Service in Eskişehir

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Balaguer Rolls Turkey Becomes Regional Centre for Roller Mill Service in Eskişehir

Balaguer Rolls, headquartered in Spain, has a facility in Turkey that provides repair, fluting and sandblasting services for rollermill rolls, one of the most critical pieces of equipment in the flour

U.S. and Morocco Deepen Agricultural Ties Through Inbound Trade Mission Led by NASDA

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U.S. and Morocco Deepen Agricultural Ties Through Inbound Trade Mission Led by NASDA

Image: AI The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) concluded a successful inbound trade mission with a high-level Moroccan agricultural delegation, held June 22–28 in Cali

Bunge and Viterra Finalize Merger, Creating Leading Global Agribusiness Solutions Company

Bunge and Viterra Finalize Merger, Creating Leading Global Agribusiness Solutions Company

Bunge Global SA (NYSE: BG), a global leader in agribusiness and food ingredients, today announced the successful completion of its merger with Viterra Limited. This strategic combination establishes a

Grain Craft Finalizes Acquisition of Bunge’s North American Corn Milling Assets

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Grain Craft Finalizes Acquisition of Bunge’s North American Corn Milling Assets

Grain Craft, the largest independent wheat flour miller in the United States, has officially completed its acquisition of the North American dry corn milling assets from Bunge. The transaction, initia

OSU's New Wheat Varieties Could Revolutionize Clean-Label Bread Production

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OSU's New Wheat Varieties Could Revolutionize Clean-Label Bread Production

Image: Oklahoma State University (OSU) A breakthrough in wheat breeding at Oklahoma State University (OSU) could soon offer a natural alternative to wheat gluten additives in commercial breadmaking,

Grain Ukraine Conference 2025: Navigating Conflict, Climate, and Global Shifts with Resilience and Innovation

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Grain Ukraine Conference 2025: Navigating Conflict, Climate, and Global Shifts with Resilience and Innovation

Image: Grain Ukraine 2025 The 10th anniversary of the Grain Ukraine Conference brought together the brightest minds and key players of the agribusiness world under one roof, reaffirming Ukraine’s piv

COFCO International Appoints Xu Guanghong as New Chairman

COFCO International Appoints Xu Guanghong as New Chairman

The Board of Directors of COFCO International, the overseas agriculture business platform of COFCO Group, has announced the appointment of Mr. Xu Guanghong as the company’s new Chairman. He succeeds M

Desmet and Insta-Pro International Partner to Expand ExPress Processing Technology Globally

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Desmet and Insta-Pro International Partner to Expand ExPress Processing Technology Globally

Image: AI In a move set to reshape the global feed processing landscape, Desmet, a world-renowned provider of engineering solutions for the oilseeds, oils & fats, oleochemicals, and feed industries,

Bühler Networking Days 2025 Opens with Innovation, Sustainability, and Collaboration at Its Core

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Bühler Networking Days 2025 Opens with Innovation, Sustainability, and Collaboration at Its Core

Image: Bühler Group The Bühler Networking Days 2025 has officially begun, gathering more than 1,200 international guests at Bühler's global headquarters in Uzwil. Taking place from June 23 to 25, the

EU Grants Equivalence Status to Ukrainian Oilseed Seed Certification System

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EU Grants Equivalence Status to Ukrainian Oilseed Seed Certification System

Image: AI The Council of the European Union has officially recognised the equivalence of Ukraine’s seed certification system for beet, sunflower, rapeseed, and soybean seeds, aligning it with EU legi

Cargill Deepens Commitment in Mindanao Through Strategic Feed Production Partnership with Biotech

Cargill Deepens Commitment in Mindanao Through Strategic Feed Production Partnership with Biotech

In a major step to bolster its footprint in one of the Philippines’ most vital agricultural regions, Cargill has launched a strategic feed production partnership with Biotech Farms Inc., establishing

Kazakhstan Treats 2 Million Hectares Against Locusts Amid Ongoing Monitoring Efforts

Kazakhstan Treats 2 Million Hectares Against Locusts Amid Ongoing Monitoring Efforts

Image: AI Kazakhstan has successfully treated 2 million hectares of agricultural land as part of a nationwide campaign to combat locust infestations, the Ministry of Agriculture reported this week. T

Alapala Wins German Innovation Award 2025 for Similago II Roller Mill

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Alapala Wins German Innovation Award 2025 for Similago II Roller Mill

Image: Alapala Alapala, a global leader in grain milling technologies, has been awarded the prestigious German Innovation Award 2025 for its next-generation roller mill, Similago II

Brazil’s Total Beef Exports Climb 20% in Revenue and 8% in Volume in May

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Brazil’s Total Beef Exports Climb 20% in Revenue and 8% in Volume in May

Image: AI Brazil’s beef export industry continues to post strong performance, with total exports — including fresh meat, processed products, and edible offal — reaching US$ 1.297 billion in revenue i

Bühler Opens Cutting-Edge Milling Academy to Train the Next Generation of Millers

Bühler Opens Cutting-Edge Milling Academy to Train the Next Generation of Millers

Bühler has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art Milling Academy at its global headquarters in Uzwil, Switzerland. The 1,800-square-meter training facility is set to become a global hub for advanc

Bay State Milling Welcomes Alain Hanna as Chief Financial Officer

Bay State Milling Welcomes Alain Hanna as Chief Financial Officer

Bay State Milling has announced the appointment of Alain Hanna as its new Chief Financial Officer, marking a significant step in the company’s continued growth and innovation journey. Hanna brings wi

Mike Peters Elected New President of UK Flour Millers

Mike Peters Elected New President of UK Flour Millers

Mike Peters has been officially elected as the new President of UK Flour Millers, the trade association representing the flour milling industry in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The announcement was

Cargill to Invest $90 Million in Fort Morgan Beef Plant as Part of “Factory of the Future” Initiative

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Cargill to Invest $90 Million in Fort Morgan Beef Plant as Part of “Factory of the Future” Initiative

Image: AI Cargill has announced a significant investment of nearly $90 million in its beef processing facility in Fort Morgan, Colorado, aimed at driving automation, boosting operational efficiency,

Alapros strengthens its leadership in Uzbekistan: 2 new projects on the way

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Alapros strengthens its leadership in Uzbekistan: 2 new projects on the way

Alapros has once again been chosen in Uzbekistan for its global engineering strength and technological expertise. Motabar, one of the country's leading flour producers, has decided to work with Alapro

EU Compound Feed Production Market Forecast 2025

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EU Compound Feed Production Market Forecast 2025

Image: AI FEFAC market experts forecasts continued stability in the EU compound feed production market for 2025. The total industrial compound feed production in the EU27 is expected to reach 146.1 m

Researchers Develop Vaccines for the Control of Chicken Spotty Liver Disease

Researchers Develop Vaccines for the Control of Chicken Spotty Liver Disease

USPOULTRY and the USPOULTRY Foundation announce the completion of a funded research project by researchers from Iowa State University that worked to develop and evaluate bacterin-based vaccines for th

COFCO Sends First Sustainable Soybean Shipment to China Under 1.5 Million Tonne Mengniu Agreement

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COFCO Sends First Sustainable Soybean Shipment to China Under 1.5 Million Tonne Mengniu Agreement

Image: AI COFCO International has marked a significant milestone in sustainable agriculture with the first shipment of certified sustainable soybeans under its landmark agreement with Mengniu Group.

USDA Announces $14.5 Million Funding Boost for State Meat and Poultry Inspection Programs

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USDA Announces $14.5 Million Funding Boost for State Meat and Poultry Inspection Programs

Image: USDA U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide an additional $14.5 million in reimbursements to support state-operat

Ukraine and Sweden Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Agricultural and Food Sector Cooperation

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Ukraine and Sweden Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Agricultural and Food Sector Cooperation

Image: Minagro Ukraine and the Kingdom of Sweden have taken a significant step toward enhancing bilateral collaboration in the agricultural, fisheries and food sectors by signing a

Russia Sets New Grain Export Duties Effective May 28, 2025

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Russia Sets New Grain Export Duties Effective May 28, 2025

Image: AI The Russian Ministry of Agriculture has announced updated export duty rates for key grain commodities, effective from May 28, 2025. The new rates reflect ongoing efforts t

Grain Ukraine 2025: Seeking New Profitability in Agriculture

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Grain Ukraine 2025: Seeking New Profitability in Agriculture

On May 29-30, Kyiv will host Grain Ukraine 2025, an annual international conference for agricultural market leaders. This year's theme, “Seeking New Profitability,” is dedicated to the transformations

GMach Commissions New 350 TPD Flour Mill for Etalon Ltd in Kazakhstan

GMach Commissions New 350 TPD Flour Mill for Etalon Ltd in Kazakhstan

GMach Milling, a leading global provider of turnkey grain milling solutions, has successfully commissioned a new, fully automated flour mill in the Karaganda region of Kazakhstan. The state-of-the-art

Ukraine and Czech Republic Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation

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Ukraine and Czech Republic Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation

Image: Minagro In a significant step toward deeper international collaboration, the Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, Vitaliy Koval, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the M

Bühler Unveils SORTEX AI700 Optical Sorter, Redefining Gluten-Free Processing with Advanced AI

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Bühler Unveils SORTEX AI700 Optical Sorter, Redefining Gluten-Free Processing with Advanced AI

Image: Bühler Group Bühler has launched its most advanced optical sorting solution to date, the SORTEX AI700, in London. Leveraging deep learning and artificial intelligence

U.S. Soy Builds Global Trust Through Quality, Sustainability, and Education

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U.S. Soy Builds Global Trust Through Quality, Sustainability, and Education

Image: AI The U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), with continued support from the Illinois Soybean Association (ISA), is strengthening the global presence of U.S. Soy by promoting its consistent qua

Ukrainian Minister Explores Danish Agro-Food Model for National Transformation

Ukrainian Minister Explores Danish Agro-Food Model for National Transformation

Image: Minagro Ukraine's Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food, Vitaliy Koval, recently concluded a significant visit to Food Nation Denmark, a leading platform showcasing the strengths and innovation

Kazakhstan begins mass sowing campaign across grain-growing regions

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Kazakhstan begins mass sowing campaign across grain-growing regions

Image: AI Over 3.7 Million Hectares Already Sown as of May 13 Kazakhstan has launched a large-scale spring sowing campaign across its key grain-producing regions, with 3.7 million hectares of land a

EU-Funded Program to Support Sumy Farmers with Seeds and Fertilizers

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EU-Funded Program to Support Sumy Farmers with Seeds and Fertilizers

Image: AI The Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, in partnership with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and funded by the European Union, has launched a new support program

Bühler unveils OptiBake: A game-changer in sustainable wafer production

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Bühler unveils OptiBake: A game-changer in sustainable wafer production

Global technology leader Bühler Group has introduced a revolutionary advancement in industrial baking with the launch of OptiBake, the world’s first inductively heated wafer oven. This innovation mark

Ukraine Completes 76% of Spring Grain and Pulse Sowing for 2025 Season

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Ukraine Completes 76% of Spring Grain and Pulse Sowing for 2025 Season

Image: AI As of May 9, 2025, Ukrainian farmers have successfully sown 4.32 million hectares of spring grains and pulses, covering 76% of the forecasted sowing area. The progress reflects stable agric

Government of the Republic of Moldova Strengthens Quality Standards for Meat Products

Government of the Republic of Moldova Strengthens Quality Standards for Meat Products

Image: AI The Government of the Republic of Moldova has approved amendments to the quality requirements for meat preparations and products, as part of a broader initiative led by the Ministry of Agri

Deadline Extended for AgriStability Program to Support Manitoba Farmers

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Deadline Extended for AgriStability Program to Support Manitoba Farmers

Image: Canva PRO & AI The governments of Canada and Manitoba, along with other provincial and territorial partners, have announced an extension to the enrolment deadline for the 2025 AgriStability pr

Kazakhstan Exports Over 650,000 Tons of Grain to Russian and Baltic Ports Amid Rising Trade Activity

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Kazakhstan Exports Over 650,000 Tons of Grain to Russian and Baltic Ports Amid Rising Trade Activity

In the first eight months of the 2024–2025 season (September–April), Kazakhstan shipped more than 650,000 tons of grain to Russian and Baltic Sea ports, according to discussions at the 15th meeting of

Public submissions open for ABARES Australian chicken meat industry review

Public submissions open for ABARES Australian chicken meat industry review

Image: AI ABARES is seeking submissions to inform its review of the Australian chicken meat industry and has released an Issues Paper to assist. Submissions can be made via Have Your Say until 30 Ma

New OSU Orange Blossom CL+ wheat variety brings a strong resistance package to Oklahoma fields

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New OSU Orange Blossom CL+ wheat variety brings a strong resistance package to Oklahoma fields

Oklahoma wheat fields are overdue for another groundbreaking wheat comparable to the Doublestop CL Plus variety with strong disease resistance and good protein content. Oklahoma State University Agri

Grains and Legumes Nutrition Council Welcomes Courtney Draper to Board of Directors

Grains and Legumes Nutrition Council Welcomes Courtney Draper to Board of Directors

Image: Grains and Legumes Nutrition Council The Grains and Legumes Nutrition Council (GLNC) has announced the appointment of Courtney Draper to its Board of Directors, marking a significant addition

Bunge Announces Sale of its North America Corn Milling Business

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Bunge Announces Sale of its North America Corn Milling Business

Bunge Global SA has entered into definitive agreements to sell its North America dry corn and corn masa milling businesses to Grain Craft, one of the largest independent flour millers in the U.S. This

ANDRITZ to deliver complete feed plant to Alwadi Poultry Farms, Saudi Arabia

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ANDRITZ to deliver complete feed plant to Alwadi Poultry Farms, Saudi Arabia

Image: Andritz International technology group ANDRITZ has received an order from Alwadi Poultry Farms Company, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to deliver a complete, high-capacity feed mill for

China and WIPO Strengthen Cooperation on Agricultural Innovation and Intellectual Property

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China and WIPO Strengthen Cooperation on Agricultural Innovation and Intellectual Property

Han Jun, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China, met with Daren Tang, Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and Secretary-General of the International Uni

World Bank Delegation Discusses Digital Agriculture Roadmap with Kenya's Agriculture Ministry

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World Bank Delegation Discusses Digital Agriculture Roadmap with Kenya's Agriculture Ministry

A high-level World Bank delegation met with Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture today to discuss the implementation of the Digital Agriculture Roadmap (DAR), a strategic initiative aimed at tran

Ukraine's Agricultural Exports Exceeded $2.1 Billion in March

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Ukraine's Agricultural Exports Exceeded $2.1 Billion in March

According to the data announced by the Ministry of Agricultural Policy and Food of Ukraine, the country achieved a significant success in the export of agricultural products in March 2025. Exporting a

Brazil Strengthens Agricultural Partnerships in Strategic European Mission

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Brazil Strengthens Agricultural Partnerships in Strategic European Mission

Representatives of the Brazilian government have concluded a significant diplomatic mission across Europe, engaging with key partners in Brussels and Rome to reinforce Brazil's position as a leading g

Global Agricultural Reforms Needed to Curb Environmental Harm

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Global Agricultural Reforms Needed to Curb Environmental Harm

A new report by ABARES highlights that reforming agricultural subsidies and tariffs worldwide could lead to better environmental outcomes and improved food security. The study reveals that current far

Five Cargill Innovations Win 2025 Edison Awards™ for Transforming the Future of Food and Agriculture

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Five Cargill Innovations Win 2025 Edison Awards™ for Transforming the Future of Food and Agriculture

Cargill recognized for innovations in food waste reduction, biofuels, expanding protein options, global water access, and animal health. Cargill is honored to win five 2025 Edison Awards, recognizing

Farmers sow nearly 1M hectares as Ukraine’s spring planting gains momentum

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Farmers sow nearly 1M hectares as Ukraine’s spring planting gains momentum

Ukrainian agricultural producers have already sown 926,000 hectares of spring grains and pulses as of early April, with planting operations ongoing across all regions. Farmers have also begun sunflowe

France Secures Bluetongue Vaccines to Protect Livestock, Launches Emergency Vaccination Plan

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France Secures Bluetongue Vaccines to Protect Livestock, Launches Emergency Vaccination Plan

The French government has announced emergency measures to combat bluetongue disease by securing scarce vaccines for serotypes 1 and 8, ensuring protection for cattle and sheep herds by 2025. The move

USDA Launches FY 2026 Agricultural Trade Promotion Programs to Boost U.S. Exports

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USDA Launches FY 2026 Agricultural Trade Promotion Programs to Boost U.S. Exports

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for four key agricultural trade promotion programs aimed at expanding international markets for American farmers and producers.

ADM and Mitsubishi Corporation Established Strategic Alliance: Cooperation in Agriculture Supply Chain

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ADM and Mitsubishi Corporation Established Strategic Alliance: Cooperation in Agriculture Supply Chain

World giant food and agriculture companies Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) and Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to evaluate cooperation opportunities in t

Cargill Develops New Solutions Against Mycotoxins Threatening Animal Health

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Cargill Develops New Solutions Against Mycotoxins Threatening Animal Health

Cargill, one of the world's leading animal nutrition and health companies, will introduce important research findings and new products at the World Mycotoxin Forum (WMF), which will be held on 7-9 Apr

UK Launches New National Action Plan to Reduce Pesticide Harm by 10% by 2030

UK Launches New National Action Plan to Reduce Pesticide Harm by 10% by 2030

The UK government has unveiled its first Pesticides National Action Plan (NAP) in a decade, setting ambitious targets to reduce environmental harm from pesticides while supporting sustainable farming.

China and Cambodia Hold First Meeting on "Fish and Rice Corridor" to Boost Agricultural Cooperation

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China and Cambodia Hold First Meeting on "Fish and Rice Corridor" to Boost Agricultural Cooperation

The first meeting on the China-Cambodia "Fish and Rice Corridor" was held in Beijing, co-chaired by Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China Zhang Zhili and Prak David, Secretary of Sta

WOAH Confirms Foot and Mouth Disease Free Status for Germany

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WOAH Confirms Foot and Mouth Disease Free Status for Germany

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has announced that it has re-established foot and mouth disease free status for almost all of Germany. The decision was approved with effect from 12 Mar

ADM Wins 2025 BIG Innovation Award for Regenerative Agriculture Programme

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ADM Wins 2025 BIG Innovation Award for Regenerative Agriculture Programme

Global food and agriculture giant ADM was awarded the 2025 BIG Innovation Awards by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG) for its innovative work in sustainable agriculture. The company's regenerative