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I am pleased to share key findings, challenges and recommendations based on the Political Economic Analysis (PEA) of Pulses & Beans; and Oilseeds in Myanmar commissioned by ACDI/VOCA, Washington DC, USA. This study was led by me for M-CRIL with support from Analysts, Shivam & Shubhra Mishra.   PEA of pulses & beans, as well as oilseeds in Myanmar identified potential bottlenecks and opportunities for the inclusive growth of the pulses & beans and the oilseeds sector in the context of national and international events – the COVID-19 pandemic, the military coup, the Russia-Ukraine war & other key events.   This analysis was based on KIIs with a sample of farmers, key value chain actors, stakeholders, Government institutions and other relevant institutions.   #valuechain #pulses #beans #oilseeds #agriculture #farmers #smallholderfarmers #assessment #myanmar

🇰🇿 #Kazakhstan's #grain #harvest is expected to reach 20 mln tons this year This year's grain harvest is expected to reach at least 20 mln tons, according to the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, which it announced at a government meeting. As of today, 11.3 mln ha of grain and pulses crops have been harvested, or 67.9%, with an average yield of 1.47 t/ha, and 16.7 mln tons of grain harvested. The total harvested area of crops in the country this year is 23.3 mln ha. At the same time, it is reported that the Ministry of Trade with the Atameken Chamber has been instructed to expand priority markets for agricultural exports, not limited to traditional ones, such as Central Asia, China, Afghanistan and Iran, as well as to develop new directions - #EU, North Africa, Southeast Asia, etc. Read more 👉http://surl.li/lvecae

Opening new opportunities to unlock the potential of potato in new horizons in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region Monica L. ParkerInternational Scientist May 2024 The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has immense potential for potato production. MENA refers to the MENA member counties of the multi-lateral platform along with Mali, Niger, Sudan – north African nations bordering MENA member countries with similar growing conditions. Vast regions within MENA have a dry […] https://lnkd.in/eh9NvkHD

Uzbekistan has plenty of policy on the books at the national level to help its farmers who are being pummeled by soil and water salinity, losing crops and land in the process. But little of that is translating into actual help, and some of the country's major export crops are suffering, hitting the economy. My latest, for Nikkei Asia. Thanks to Kenneth Maxwell for guiding this one.

Experts at a seminar hosted by Sindh Agriculture University emphasized developing a robust marketing mechanism for palm oil to reduce Pakistan's $6 billion edible oil imports, second only to furnace oil. They urged urban investors to engage in agriculture to alleviate economic crises. The event highlighted efforts to promote palm oil cultivation in coastal and saline areas, aiming to lessen dependence on IMF loans. Key figures stressed collaboration among government, research institutions, and the Coastal Development Authority to support farmers in palm oil production. #SindhAgricultureUniversity #Robust #PalmOil #Pakistan #EdibleOil #Imports #FurnaceOil #Agriculture #EconomicCrises

CENTRAL ASIA BLOG: Cautionary tale as onion prices crash amid glut on a "tragic" scale #bne #bneEditorsPicks #Uzbekistan #KAzakhstan #agriculture If you’ve an appetite for lashings and lashings of French onion soup then Uzbekistan is the place to be right now. According to trade experts, you can buy one kilogram of onions for as little as $0.12. Estimates suggest that due to what the trade news and analysis site EastFruit refers to as “tragic onion overproduction”, somewhere between 150,000-200,000 tonnes of onions may end up being discarded or used as cattle feed in Uzbekistan. A similar story is playing out in Kazakhstan and other parts of Central Asia. It’s a desperate situation for farmers and a cautionary tale.

Agriculture in #Iraq and Its #trade Capacities Introduction: In the modern era, agriculture plays a crucial role in the Iraqi economy, significantly impacting the livelihoods of its people. Due to the diverse climate and terrain, agriculture serves as a primary source for both food supply and income generation. Below, we delve into some essential aspects of agriculture in Iraq and its trading capacities: 1. Climate and Land #Diversity: -Iraq's diverse climate and terrain enable the cultivation of various crops, including grains, fruits, and vegetables. 2. Large Domestic Market: - The presence of a population exceeding 40 million in Iraq has created a sizable domestic market with a significant demand for agricultural products. 3. Food Supply:  - Agriculture in Iraq is considered one of the primary solutions for ensuring food supply and nutrition, contributing significantly to the country's economy. 4. Irrigation Situation: - Extensive use of water for agriculture is supported by the presence of rivers and abundant water resources for irrigation of farmlands. 5. Challenges and Opportunities: - Despite agricultural infrastructure, Iraq faces #challenges such as infrastructure issues, climate change, and water resource management. However, this sector also presents opportunities that, with proper utilization, can promote agricultural development. 6. Trade Capacities:  - With diverse agricultural production, Iraq has the potential to export to international markets. Therefore, individuals and companies specialized in trade can find opportunities for collaboration and commerce with Iraq. Utilizing appropriate resources and adhering to business principles can facilitate commercial transactions in Iraqi agriculture and contribute to the development of this #industry in the #country. #aegis

Kazakhstan bans wheat imports from August to December 2024 to protect domestic market The import ban, driven by favorable growing conditions and a substantial anticipated grain harvest, aims to prevent market oversupply and protect local producers. 👉Details — https://lnkd.in/dPPEZCCv #Kazakhstan #WheatBan #Agriculture #DomesticMarket #GrainHarvest #TradePolicy #MarketProtection #AgriculturePolicy #LocalProducers #WheatMarket

This is a Podcast done by Jacques Pienaar, who provides Scipion Capital Ltd. with weekly commodity reports. This is worth listening to and we have his approval post it - https://lnkd.in/efu6fDkp As Scipion Capital Ltd. has been engaging with the maize growers and local millers it is clear that the harvest season for maize in Eastern and Southern Africa is fast approaching a severe shortage due to drought. The weather patterns being as always different from one part of East/Southern Africa to another, some countries will experience shortfalls such as South Africa and Zambia, traditional regional exporters whilst Tanzania is expected to have a surplus. With the prohibitive cost of long-distance transport across the African Continent it is expected that the projected deficit of 1.2 million tonnes will come from as far afield as Latin America   In Scipion Capital Ltd.’s view a key driver in the long term would be improved access to irrigation across the maize growing countries and therefore provide a more stable production for the preferred and widely consumed white maize. #foodsecurity #commodityfinance #supplychainfinance #tradefinance

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