US fertilizer imports from Hormuz-affected ports fell to zero in May, data showThis disruption, stemming from the Iran conflict, has caused fertilizer prices to soar, intensifying strains on American farmers and raisin...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
Ample world inventories may soften El Nino food supply shockA potential super El Niño is expected to disrupt global weather patterns and threaten agricultural output in the coming months, but large e...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.41 AM IST
India monsoon starts almost 40% short as El Niño upends weatherIndia's monsoon has begun with a significant 40% deficit in rainfall, threatening crucial crops like rice and soybeans. The El Niño phenome...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Global commodity prices likely to remain elevated amid easing West Asia tensions; India's WPI seen at 7-8% in FY27: ReportGlobal commodity prices will stay high in coming months. Geopolitical tensions in West Asia and bad weather affecting crops are the main re...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
India-US meet to resolve final 'commas and full stops' of bilateral trade pactIndia-US trade deal: New Delhi and Washington are resuming trade talks this week. Negotiators will work to finalize a bilateral trade agree...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Why Asia's oil lifeline can't survive on US crude aloneAsian nations are receiving more crude oil from the United States. However, these increased shipments cannot fully replace oil lost due to ...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
India-US trade negotiators to begin four-day talks on June 1India and the US are holding crucial trade talks in New Delhi. Chief negotiators will finalize details of an interim trade agreement. This ...
31 May, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazzAMD CEO Lisa Su visited China, maintaining a low profile unlike Nvidia's Jensen Huang. This reflects differing strategies in China's crucia...
29 May, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazzAMD CEO Lisa Su visited China, adopting a low-profile approach. This contrasts with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's more public engagement. Their...
29 May, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
'Am I out?' Drought and rising costs from Iran war deepen pain for US farmersAmerican farmers in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Nebraska face immense challenges. Rising fuel and fertilizer prices, linked ...
20 May, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Wheat rises as drought knocks US crop rating to 30-year lowChicago wheat futures saw a rise on Tuesday. This followed a report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The report indicated a 30-year...
20 May, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
India's edible oil imports rise 3% in FY26 on Nepal duty-free surge, industry body saysIndia's edible oil imports increased by 3 per cent in the last fiscal year owing significant to a boost from duty-free shipments from Nepal...
19 May, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
Soybeans fall as China summit leaves US farmers seeking detailsSoybean futures dropped, reflecting market skepticism about the vague assurances. While China pledged "double-digit billion" annual purchas...
19 May, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
What do China's new US farm purchases mean for global trade? | An explainerChina will purchase over $17 billion in US farm goods yearly for three years. This deal boosts agricultural trade significantly. Purchases ...
18 May, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
POTUS: China is paying substantial tariffs, but we didn't discuss leviesWhile Trump maintained the leaders this week spoke about "almost everything you can discuss, except for a reduction of tariffs," he did all...
16 May, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
Trump says made 'fantastic trade deals' with XiPresident Donald Trump met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. They discussed significant trade agreements beneficial to both nations. Ch...
15 May, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Xi-Trump summit may yield farm deal, but China has limited soybean appetiteMarket watchers anticipate a farm deal at the upcoming U.S.-China summit, potentially expanding Beijing's purchases of grains and meat. How...
12 May, 2026, 08.17 AM IST