Market Fundamentals: Rubber prices remained steady as the U.S. Dollar Index (USDX) was on the verge of devaluation. However, the TOCOM Rubber has begun to stagnate and trigger a spread ratio between t…
Agriculture
China durian imports hit record-high as Vietnam, Malaysia battle Thailand for market share
This marked a 4.1% increase in value from 2023 while import volume rose 9.4% to 15.6 billion kilograms (15.6 million tons) in 2024, the South China Morning Post reported. Of those, Thailand accounted …
In Cambodia, ‘rice is life’ and pride of the kingdom, but facing increasing threats
Agriculture is a vital part of Cambodia’s cultural, social and economic tapestry. Although its share of the gross domestic product (GDP) – the total values of goods and services created in a country –…
Commodity Market Report – 17 Feb 2025
Gold spot prices hit record higher at USD2942 /oz last week and retreated. Market settled at USD2883 /oz on Friday. This week, we project the trend will trade lower and move within the range of USD284…
Weekly Rubber Report – 17 Feb 2025
Market Fundamentals: Rubber prices gained traction in growing demand despite a potential U.S.-China trade war is rising soon. The fall in Dollar Index (USDX) has triggered a push in SICOM Rubber while…
Cambodia opens to all investors wishing to invest in agricultural sector to promote sector, says Minister of Agriculture
Dith Tina, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, and leaders received a courtesy call from Professor Wendy Umberger, Executive Director of the Australian Centre for International Agricultur…
Commodity Market Report – 3 Feb 2025
Gold spot prices broke above USD2800 /oz last week and created new historical high at USD2817 /oz level. This week, we foresee the market will climb higher due to falling Dollar. Range is aimed at USD…
Weekly Rubber Report – 3 Feb 2025
Market Fundamentals: Natural rubber traded with mixed sentiment as President Donald Trump implemented his initial set of sanctions and tariffs, underscoring risks to global trade and the economy. The …
How Can Agriculture Contribute to Peace?
Agricultural development and food security play a key role in strengthening peace in fragile societies. According to Ambassador George Moose, Acting President and CEO of United States Institute for Pe…
How much Palm oil does India consume
India consumes 23 to 25 million tonnes of edible oil a year. Of that, nearly 8-10 million tonnes is palm oil. 90% of this palm oil is consumed as food. About 15 to 16 million tonnes of edible consumed…