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11 March 20253 min reading
FAO: Global wheat production set for modest growth in 2025
In its February Cereal Supply and Demand Brief, FAO projected global wheat production for 2025 to reach 796 million tonnes, reflecting a modest increase of nearly 1% compared to the previous year.
06 March 20254 min reading
Global trade faces uncertainty amid new tariff battles
The U.S. imposes new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, triggering swift retaliation. As supply chains brace for disruption, experts warn of rising costs, shifting trade routes, and significant impacts on global agriculture and energy market.
05 March 20253 min reading
Brabender FarinoGraph sets new benchmarks in flour testing
Since its introduction in 1928, the Brabender Farinograph measuring system has been the most frequently used tool for determining the quality of flour.
28 February 20251 min reading
CESCO showcases innovation and expertise at IAOM MEA 2025 Regional Milling Forum
CESCO successfully concluded its participation in the IAOM MEA 2025 Regional Milling Forum in Rwanda, an essential industry gathering that brought together leading experts, milling professionals, and grain storage specialists to discuss the latest trends and advancements in the sector.
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14 March 20258 min reading
The science behind perfect dough
As enriched flours with added vitamins, minerals, and fibers become more common, understanding their effects on dough structure is essential.
14 March 20254 min reading
More than just flour: The hidden nutrients in every bite
Flour is more than just a baking essential—it’s a vehicle for better nutrition. While traditional flour loses key nutrients during milling, enrichment and fortification help restore and enhance its nutritional value.
14 March 20253 min reading
Mastering flour quality: The power of rheology
Rheology reveals flour’s full potential, ensuring consistency and quality across every baking application.
19 February 20252 min reading
Transforming flour: The role of enriched and fortified flour in modern diets
Flour is more than just a baking ingredient; it is a vehicle for better health. Enriched and fortified flours are transforming diets, bridging nutritional gaps, and promoting long-term wellness worldwide.
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14 March 202511 min reading
‘We want an environment where trade cooperation flourishes, not trade wars’
The dynamics of global trade are evolving daily, with geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and trade wars influencing grain markets. Gürsel Erbap, Chairman of the Board of the Turkish Grain Suppliers Association (HUBUDER), emphasizes that...
13 February 202514 min reading
Licensed Warehousing: A vital tool for strengthening global food security
As food security, market stability, and global trade become increasingly interconnected, licensed warehousing has emerged as a crucial element in protecting our food systems.
12 February 202511 min reading
Lithuania shifts grain exports to Africa and the Americas amid volatile global conditions
Speaking to Miller Magazine, Karolis Šimas, President of the Lithuanian Grain Processors and Traders Association, highlights the strengths of Lithuania’s grain industry, from its high-quality production to its sustainable logistics and adaptability in the face of geopolitical shifts.
14 January 202518 min reading
From local to global: Turkey’s grain giant eyes international markets
Erser Group, one of Turkey’s leading brands in the grain industry, is making strategic moves to gain an active role in the global market.
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14 March 202512 min reading
Key insights and strategies from the Global Grain and Pulses Forum
The Global Grain and Pulses Forum 2025 in Dubai gathered 1,200 delegates, fostering pivotal discussions on food security, global grain trade, and market dynamics.
07 February 20257 min reading
Digitising a grain brokerage
As market conditions become more complex, firms that embrace digitalisation and advanced analytics will be best positioned to succeed.
13 December 20246 min reading
Pulses in the spotlight
At this year’s Global Grain Geneva conference, pulses took center stage as a special topic for the first time, underscoring their growing importance in sustainable agriculture and food security.
13 December 202424 min reading
The world’s agri-traders gather at Global Grain Geneva: Key insights and market trends shaping the future of agri-commodities
The Global Grain Geneva 2024, hosted by Fastmarkets, concluded successfully from November 12 to 14, attracting over 800 delegates from across the world.
Country Profile
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16 March 20258 min reading
Ghana’s drive to strengthen local grain production
Ghana is working to boost its domestic grain production to reduce imports and enhance food security.
13 February 20257 min reading
Argentina’s agro-export growth: A strong 2024 and promising 2025 outlook
Argentina’s agro-export sector has experienced remarkable growth in 2024, driven by strong performance in key products such as soybean meal, corn, and wheat.
13 January 20257 min reading
India’s Wheat Outlook 2025: Balancing growth, inflation, and food security
Wheat holds a pivotal place in India’s agricultural economy, influencing food security, farmer livelihoods, and inflation alike.
08 November 202413 min reading
Brazil’s Agricultural Landscape: Crop trends, export stats and logistics challenges
As Brazil enters a new planting season, SA Commodities Associate Director Luiz Carlos Santos Jr. provides an in-depth analysis of Brazil’s grain and oilseed landscape.
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13 February 20255 min reading
The Future of Milling: Smarter, Greener, More Efficient
“The modernization of milling technologies represents a strategic lever for a more efficient and sustainable industry,” Luigi Nalon, CEO of Omas Industries, told Miller Magazine.
12 August 20249 min reading
Adapting grain management strategies to meet a changing world
In an industry where innovation meets necessity, CESCO EPC GmbH stands out as a model of invention and resilience.
10 June 20244 min reading
Growing global demand fuels innovation in grain logistics
In an interview during the recent IDMA Istanbul Expo, Mehmet Büyükzeren, the General Manager of Yılmaz Kardeş Hydraulic Machinery Industry Co., shares his insights on the critical role of logistics in the global grain trade and the increasing demand for advanced unloading platforms.
10 June 20244 min reading
Turkish milling machinery sector seeks export funding boost
One of our significant visits at the IDMA Expo was Çift Kartal, a stalwart in the milling machinery industry with over half a century of experience.
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05 February 202517 min reading
A rocky road for Ukraine’s wheat in second half of 2024/25: Russia’s quota, stiff competition & import barriers
After a strong export performance in the first half of the 2024/25 marketing year, Ukraine’s wheat shipments now face mounting challenges.
16 December 202415 min reading
Grain market in 2024: Resilience amid turbulence
The grain market of 2024 was a journey through highs and lows, marked by shifting trade policies and unpredictable weather that tested the industry’s resilience.
01 November 20249 min reading
China’s 2024/25 corn imports: Low-lower-the lowest?
The corn season 2024/25 has started in Ukraine. The country is waiting for Chinese demand, but there are no signs of revival. In the 2023/24 MY (October-September), China already reduced its imports of Ukrainian corn to 4.6 MMT vs 5.5 MMT in the previous season.
10 October 20247 min reading
Turkey’s new wheat import rules & world weather woes
Implementation of Turkish wheat import ban on 21 June 2024 was a heavy bearish factor for Black Sea wheat and freight market.
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11 June 20245 min reading
IDMA Today and BBM Mutfak bring dynamism and flavors to IDMA
At IDMA Istanbul, the industry witnessed the debut of two initiatives by Parantez Media:
09 May 20243 min reading
TABADER hosts 5th Doyens Award Night
Simultaneously organized with IDMA Istanbul, the fifth edition of TABADER’s now customary Doyens Award Ceremony took place on May 2nd at Wow Hotel.
08 May 20244 min reading
IDMA Istanbul hosts pulse of grain processing industry with 10,000 visitors from 120 countries
The global grain processing industry convened in Istanbul. The domestic sector, specializing in flour, grain, feed, pulses production equipment, and milling machinery, crucially exporting 90 percent of its output, gathered with over 10,000 professionals from 120 countries at the 10th IDMA Istanbul.
04 May 20242 min reading
Turkish-Moroccan flour industry bond strengthened at IDMA Expo
In an exclusive interview during the IDMA Expo in Istanbul, Moulay Abdelkadir Alalaoui, President of the Moroccan Flour Milling Federation (FNM), provides a comprehensive overview of the state of flour milling in Morocco and its relationship with Turkey.