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ForFarmers sees increase in gross profit

By Jane Byrne

ForFarmers' financial results for Q3 2023 show a recovery of underlying EBITDA. While sales volumes declined compared to the same period in 2022, they were roughly equal to Q2 this year.

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Ukrainian corn crop forecast to grow by 17%

By Jane Byrne

A recent USDA attaché report sees improved grain production in Ukraine over the next 12 months, with volumes set to exceed the previous year, particularly for corn.

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Eight crops endangered by climate change

By Oliver Morrison

From staple crops like potatoes and maize, to cash crops for wealthier customers like cocoa and coffee, climate change is having a widespread impact on global agricultural production.

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OSHA cites ADM for explosion at Decatur plant

By Jane Byrne

The US Department of Labor claims that to Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) failed to carry out inspections and testing of equipment, resulting in an explosion and injuries to employees at one of its facilities.

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EMA approves phage therapy guidelines

By Jane Byrne

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has adopted recommendations on the quality, safety, and efficacy of bacteriophages as veterinary medicines.