The challenges facing the grain industry are multifaceted, ranging from climate change and geopolitical instability to economic disparities and supply chain disruptions. However, with every challenge comes the opportunity to innovate, adapt, and build a more resilient future. In this issue, we turn our attention to the heart of food security—grains. Grains remain indispensable, providing over half of the world’s caloric intake, yet the path to ensuring their availability and affordability is fraught with complexities.
Our feature article, How to Enhance the Resilience of the Food System, focuses on the systemic drivers that threaten global grain production and offers forward-thinking strategies for strengthening resilience. From investing in sustainable agricultural practices to reducing food waste, this article highlights the urgent need for coordinated action across the supply chain.
We are also honored to bring you an insightful interview with Masha Belikova, a seasoned market observer at Fastmarkets, who offers her expertise on Ukraine’s wheat export strategies amid a volatile global landscape. This piece provides a comprehensive overview of the Black Sea region’s impact on global grain markets.
Closer to home, Ali Kırali, General Manager of the Turkish Mercantile Exchange (TMEX), shares TMEX’s remarkable journey in transforming Turkey’s grain markets. With licensed warehouse capacity tripling over the past five years, TMEX is pioneering efforts to ensure food supply security and elevate Turkey’s position in global agricultural trade.
As technological innovation continues to shape the industry, we explore the ways in which modern advancements are revolutionizing maize production. In her article, Selin Chua, Product and Marketing Manager at Buhler AG, discusses the latest Buhler solutions and the growing popularity of arepa flour. This piece underscores the balance between preserving culinary traditions and embracing modern market dynamics.
We also highlight Ukraine’s changing wheat export landscape, with insights from Kateryna Mudriian in the Market Analysis section, and Turkey’s new roadmap for its grain industry, detailed by Özkan Taşpınar, Chairman of the Board of the National Grain Council.
This issue is not just a reflection on the current challenges but a call to action. It is an invitation to all stakeholders—farmers, millers, policymakers, and consumers—to engage in solutions that foster sustainability and resilience. We hope the insights and perspectives shared here will inspire meaningful discussions that drive the industry forward.
Happy reading!