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18 April 20253 min reading
IGC forecasts record grain production for 2025/26 amid tightening wheat stocks
Global grains output is set to hit a new peak, driven by a bumper maize crop, yet wheat carryovers are projected to reach a multi-year low, with trade volumes at their lowest since 2019/20 due to a sharp drop in Chinese imports, according to the IGC’s April Grain Market Report.
18 April 20252 min reading
Flour milling pioneer Mesut Çakmak takes the helm at TUSAF
The Turkish Flour Industrialists’ Federation (TUSAF) held its Ordinary General Assembly at the ATO Congresium in Ankara, where delegates elected the new Board of Directors for the 2025–2028 term.
18 April 20252 min reading
Ensim Sensors unveils ELW 8002 radar level sensors for reliable measurement in challenging industrial environments
Industrial sensor manufacturer Ensim Sensors has launched its latest innovation, the ELW 8002 series radar level sensors, engineered to deliver exceptional reliability and high-precision measurement even under the most demanding process conditions.
18 April 20253 min reading
Saudi Arabia launches ‘SABIL’ to bolster national grain security
In a major step towards strengthening food security and optimizing grain supply chains, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has officially launched the National Grains Supply Company, SABIL. It is set to operate 14 silo branches across the Kingdom, including four port locations.
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09 April 20257 min reading
Exposed to the elements: Why yield risk remains a blind spot
Climate change is ‘a harsh reality’ already threatening grain yields—yet ‘volume risk remains largely unhedged’ beyond the farm gate.
08 April 20254 min reading
Adapting to a changing climate: How technology is safeguarding the future of grain production
As the climate grows more unpredictable, the future of grain hinges on innovation. With satellite-powered insights, farmers can detect stress early, manage extreme weather impacts, and combat pests—turning data into action to safeguard yields and secure global food supplies.
07 April 20257 min reading
The ımpact of climate change on grain production
Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing global agriculture, particularly grain production, which is fundamental to food security.
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.
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14 April 20258 min reading
Despite global trade pressures, Canada stands strong in grain supply
Despite mounting trade uncertainties, Canada’s grain industry continues to stand strong with its high-quality production, resilient supply chain, and diversified global market presence.
14 April 202514 min reading
India’s expanding footprint in global pulse trade and production
In this exclusive interview, Bimal Kothari, Chairman of the India Pulses and Grains Association (IPGA), discusses India’s growing influence in the global pulse market, the nation’s efforts to achieve self-reliance in pulse production, and the challenges posed by fluctuating climatic conditions.
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.
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15 April 20254 min reading
Global wheat flour trade falls to three-year low
With updated trade statistics falling short of expectations, the International Grains Council (IGC) forecast for global wheat flour trade in 2024/25 (Jul/Jun) is lowered by 0.6m t from the previous update (October 2024, Grain Market Report No. 559), to a three-year low of 15.3 million tonnes (grain equivalent).
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.
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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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11 April 20257 min reading
U.S. tariffs reshape global grain trade: A deepening divide
As the U.S. reinstates tariffs on key trading partners, the global grain market is facing unprecedented disruptions. With escalating trade tensions and retaliatory measures from Canada, China, and Mexico, the U.S.'s once-dominant position in global grain exports is now under threat.
10 March 20257 min reading
Ukrainian Grain Match: Turkey scores in corn, Spain holds the wheat line
Ukraine’s grain export flows have undergone significant shifts this season, with Turkey emerging as a major buyer of Ukrainian corn, while Spain’s share has dropped significantly.
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.
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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.

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