Ag Trends and Outlook

Experts discuss diversification strategies as essential tools to address the significant risks associated with ag and drive value-add.

Western Growers and venture capital group, Silicon Valley Global Partners have formed an ag tech mentorship and investment partnership.

Brazilian farmers have filed a case with the countryÍs Supreme Court to overturn restrictions of foreign ownership of farmland.

South Korea is building a mega-food industry hub to attract overseas companies looking to gain market share in Asia.

Organic foods, genetically modified crops, and the lowly potato are all underlying trends to watch in ChinaÍs agriculture sector.

After historical adjustments, the FAO now estimates China’s corn stocks 15% higher than expected at 95.4 million tons.

U.S. exports of sorghum this year are on pace to be their highest in 35 years, as planting jumps by 14% to 8.148 million acres.

The shifts in consumption patterns that accompany Asia’s growing middle class are causing increased demand for wheat based foods.

Three superior, self-fertilizing varieties of almonds have been developed in Australia and are being commercialized later in 2015.

Argentine farmers are currently hoarding 7.4 million tons of soybeans, or 14% of the 52 million ton 2013/14 crop.