Indonesia – FrieslandCampina investment

Media reports suggest that dairy co-op FrieslandCampina is considering an investment in local UHT milk producer Ultrajaya (ULTJ).

Russia – wheat forecast

Russian officials are estimating that the acreage of wheat being planted for harvest in 2026 will be down by 6%.

USA – Beyond Meat share collapse

The share price of meat substitute manufacturer Beyond Meat fell below $1 this week, having been as high as $230 six years ago.

Paraguay – new record beef value

The average value of Paraguay’s beef exports in September set a new record and passed $6,000 (€5,172) per tonne for the first time.