Commodity & Trade Updates

According to FAO, this stability was largely driven by opposing trends in key commodity categories: falling prices for cereals and sugar offset a notable rise in vegetable oil prices.

In Southeast Asia, rice farming contributes between 25-33% of the region’s methane emissions.

The newly introduced Kalimara (CSR36) and Kalpaa (08FAN10) rice varieties are specifically developed to combat the challenges posed by climate change and soil salinity.

Despite fluctuations in specific import categories, Jordan’s total imports saw a modest increase in 2024.

The DA anticipates improved local production in 2025, supported by favorable climatic conditions and higher stock carryover.