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This marks the best performance for the first four months of 2026. In addition, both the value and volume of shipments increased by 16% and 18%, respectively, compared to the first four months of 2025, to more than 125 destinations.

While both exports and imports have declined slightly compared to last year, lower import values contributed to an improvement in the monthly trade balance.

The "Fair Price" scheme involves 61,000 producers from seven states and more than 80 companies in the agribusiness chain.

In this first estimate for the 2026/27 season, corn is facing a production adjustment following the record figures of the previous season, with declines in the U.S. and Argentina that gains in Brazil and China are unable to fully offset. Soybeans, by contrast, begin the new season with a more encouraging outlook: simultaneous growth in Brazil, the U.S., and Argentina would push global production to a new all-time high.

The Council decided today to suspend for one year customs tariffs on key nitrogen-based fertilisers used in agricultural production in the EU.

With 90% of the early corn already harvested, the core region is consolidating a historic season with average yields of 11 tons/hectare and an estimated production of 20.35 million tons. Soybeans are also progressing towards the end of the season with positive results.

Animal feed production in Colombia reached a record high of 13.2 million tons in 2025, with pig farming consolidating its position as the second most important destination for the industry, above livestock, pets, and aquaculture.

The monthly increase reflected higher prices across major cereals, except sorghum and barley.

In the April report, the outlook for corn is positive due to the recovery in the U.S., Argentina, and Ukraine, as well as increased trade. For soybeans, however, the outlook is tighter: growth in Brazil and Paraguay does not offset declines in Argentina and the U.S., leaving supply virtually unchanged.

The EU Agriculture Council focuses on markets, trade and costs, highlighting resilience, trade safeguards and energy pressures.

The latest update points to greater corn availability driven by the USA and Ukraine, together with a stable soybean supply supported by the strong performance of Brazil and Paraguay.

World wheat prices were broadly stable in January, while maize prices continued downward and barley prices increased modestly.

The aim is to ensure safe and nutritious food for EU consumers and the highest standards for animal feed.

In 2025, climatic conditions were largely normal, despite a dry spring and a very hot summer, leading to a sharp rebound in crop production.

The European Parliament decided yesterday to request the European Court of Justice to assess whether the EU-Mercosur agreement is in conformity with the EU treaties.