Black Sea crops are enjoying near-perfect conditions and Europe is holding its breath for a decision from Russia regarding its export taxes. Odds increasingly favor their removal.
With so many potential deals in the works, now is a good time for producers to review the opportunities and challenges posed by agricultural cooperation on a worldwide scale.
Everything ended the week down hard as traders took a risk-off attitude toward market positions. Part of the reason was the dollar’s rally, which made even French corn competitive for importers.
Spring planting will not be business as usual in Ukraine. The loss of acreage there may well open the door to more U.S. exports. This is a first-hand account from a Ukrainian ag journalist.
