Ag Around the World

Ag Around the World

Brazil Outbreak backlash. Brazil-based JBS was court-ordered to pay $3.62 million in damages related to inadequate worker protections throughout the COVID-19 pandemic at its São Miguel do Guaporé beef facility. Cases sprung up at 23 JBS facilities across the country...
Not So Neighborly…

Not So Neighborly…

The North American block party might be a bit awkward this summer as trade pact tiffs continue between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Eight months after the activation of the USMCA [the new North American Free Trade Agreement, NAFTA], the U.S. is raising concerns on...
The South American Radar Rundown

The South American Radar Rundown

South American farmers are feeling the weather woes and global effects have many on high alert. The rundown: In Argentina, Mother Nature is being a little stingy with the agua. Growing regions are receiving up to 50% less of their normal rainfall amounts, and March is...
The Costly Coffee Shipping Situation

The Costly Coffee Shipping Situation

U.S. coffee processors are going stir crazy eyeing their cash flow these days. What’s brewing: Skyrocketing shipping costs are forcing the caffeine connoisseurs to eat the influx or consider raising prices. While small to mid-sized roasters feel the brunt of the hike,...

The New Nitrogen Era

The name of the game is nitrogen, and markets are keeping a close watch on 2021’s expected fertilizer frenzy. In North America, improving farm economics, increased canola planting, and steady corn acres will keep demand strong. But let’s go global: India: Favorable...