The latest assessment using satellite data produced by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT) shows escalating damage to farmland and agricultural infrastructure in the Gaza Strip, further exacerbating the humanitarian and hunger crisis resulting from the ongoing conflict.
The benchmark for world food commodity prices saw its fastest increase in 18 months in September, with quotations up for all covered commodity groups, led by sugar and cereal, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reported.
ADM announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Vandamme Hungaria Kft and its related entities, which operate a 700 metric ton/day non-GM crush and extraction facility in northern Hungary.
The XVI Congress of Flour and Cereal Milling Enterprises of Russia took place on September 26-27, 2024, at the International Industrial Academy in Moscow.
Grains are essential to global food security, but ensuring that there is enough for everyone requires a multi-faceted approach.
In response to the global malnutrition challenge, fortified wheat and maize flours are emerging as a vital solution. With over two billion people suffering from micronutrient deficiencies, fortification of staple foods is proving to be a cost-effective method to enhance public health.
In this article, we explore the findings of the 2023 Whole Grain Consumer Insights Survey, highlighting how increasing the variety and availability of whole grain products can significantly boost consumption.
The global milling industry is experiencing a new wave, driven by consumer demand for healthier, more diverse dietary options.
The Turkish Mercantile Exchange (TMEX) is leading the transformation of Turkey's agricultural sector, marked by a remarkable threefold increase in licensed warehouse capacity over five years and the upcoming launch of a futures market by 2025.
In an insightful interview with Miller Magazine, grain market observer at Fastmarkets, Masha Belikova sheds light on the factors influencing Ukraine’s wheat export strategies, the impact of European crop shortages, and the complexities of maintaining stable trade routes amid geopolitical tensions.
In an exclusive interview, Salim Alaybeyi, Vice President of Molino, reveals how the company’s 70-year legacy has evolved into a global leader in grain processing.
Eastern Africa’s vast agricultural potential is pivotal in shaping the continent’s food security and impacting global grain markets.
“Given the diverse quality assessment requirements at different stages of wheat processing— ranging from storage to milling to food production—there is a growing need to explore the current applications of NIR technology in wheat testing..."
Maize matters in Mexico. The region that first farmed the versatile grain is still the world’s largest per-capita consumer.
Molino Quaglia has been producing wheat flour for more than 100 years in the heart of the Veneto region in Este in Northeastern Italy.
The 33rd IGC Grains Conference 2024 titled “Reshaping the conversation on global trade and food security” was held in London on the 11th and 12th June 2024 and addressed the role of trade in global food security.
Grains form the backbone of Turkey’s agricultural production, standing out as an indispensable resource for both plant and animal production.
According to the USDA’s latest June Pakistan country report, wheat production for the marketing year 2024/25 (May-April) is expected to reach a record 31.4 million metric tons (MMT), which is eleven percent higher than last year’s production of 28.2 MMT.
Canada remains a major player in global grain production, consistently ranking among the top producers and exporters of wheat, barley and canola.
Since wheat is a product that can be produced both in dry and irrigated conditions, its effect on production planning is not expected to be high compared to other products.
In an industry where innovation meets necessity, CESCO EPC GmbH stands out as a model of invention and resilience.
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.
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.
In an interview during the IDMA EXPO in Istanbul, André Rigo, International Sales Director of DuraPlas/Maxi-Lift Inc., shared insights on the company’s journey, recent innovations, major projects, and the future of the grain processing industry.
Ukraine has faced significant challenges in maintaining its traditional markets in North Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia – particularly in Egypt, Turkey, and Indonesia – since the onset of the war.
The prospects of Ukrainian barley export in 2024/25 MY may seem quite gloomy from the point of view of potential buyers’ demand, as such key destinations like Spain and China may reduce purchases.
On 06 June 2024, the government of Turkey introduced a ban on wheat import for the period from 21 June 2024 to 15 October 2024. The measure is taken to protect local farmers during the harvesting period.
According to the USDA’s May ‘Grain: World Markets and Trade’ report, the global wheat outlook for 2024/25 forecasts record production and consumption but lower trade and contracting ending stocks.
At IDMA Istanbul, the industry witnessed the debut of two initiatives by Parantez Media:
Simultaneously organized with IDMA Istanbul, the fifth edition of TABADER’s now customary Doyens Award Ceremony took place on May 2nd at Wow Hotel.
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.
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.
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