USA – dollar weakens

The US dollar fell in value against the euro and sterling this week to its lowest levels since 2021, making US grain exports more competitive when selling in these currencies.

India – trade deal with EU agreed

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India agreed a trade deal with the EU this week, described by European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen as the “mother of all trade deals”.

New Zealand – huge working dog prices

An auction of working dogs in New Zealand saw a top price paid of NZ$12,200 (€6,100), some NZ$3,000 (€1,500) more than the top price paid last year (Farmers Weekly).

UAE – Gulfood show

The Gulfood trade show opened in Dubai this week with a second venue added this year, doubling the exhibition capacity.