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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Investment of over R$ 400 million in BR-364 optimizes grain harvest logistics

Over R$ 400 million has been invested in improving the BR-364 highway in RondΓ΄nia to enhance grain logistics for the 2025/26 harvest season.

Feb 26 β€’ 18:51 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

The largest construction site in the Northern region will receive investments of R$ 740 million

The company Nova 364 plans to invest R$ 740 million in the federal highway BR-364, connecting Vilhena to Porto Velho in RondΓ΄nia, focusing on improving grain transportation in the Northern Arc.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
Crime & Justice

Familiar disinformation tactic: accused Ukraine for slaughtered cattle

An internet user shared claims on Facebook linking Ukrainian grain to cattle deaths in France, promoting a narrative of disinformation.

Feb 25 β€’ 18:02 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Bad cholesterol vs peanuts: how the grain can be a villain or an ally for those looking to reduce LDL

The article discusses how peanuts can have varying effects on LDL cholesterol levels, depending on their consumption quantity and form.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous protesters block the operation of a grain waterways terminal in SantarΓ©m, in western ParΓ‘

Indigenous protesters have been blocking a grain terminal's operations in SantarΓ©m, Brazil, for over a month as part of their opposition to a government decree that has since been revoked.

Feb 25 β€’ 01:31 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Favorable Trend": Argentina Improved Competitiveness Related to Grain Production, According to a Report

Argentina's competitiveness in grain production has improved but still faces high production costs compared to regional competitors and the U.S.

Feb 23 β€’ 21:56 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carts with soy from MT are stuck in a 25 km queue on the way to the Port of Miritituba

A 25 km queue of trucks carrying soybeans from Mato Grosso is causing significant delays en route to the Port of Miritituba, with complaints about logistical issues and suggestions for better grain storage strategies.

Feb 23 β€’ 21:50 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Economic Results: Winners and Losers of a Hot Campaign

The article discusses the disparities in yields affecting grain harvesters in Argentina's Pampas region due to erratic weather conditions.

Feb 23 β€’ 09:20 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Algeria issues tender to purchase 50,000 tons of soft wheat

Algeria has issued an international tender for the purchase of 50,000 tons of soft wheat, typically expecting to acquire larger quantities.

Feb 22 β€’ 16:51 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The horizon clears towards a record harvest

Argentina is on track for a record grain harvest of approximately 150 million tons, marking a 10% year-on-year increase in production.

Feb 21 β€’ 08:10 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Italy Goes Against the Grain of the EU and Attends Trump's Controversial Peace Board

Italy attends Trump's controversial Peace Board, distancing itself from the EU's stance while navigating complex relationships with both the U.S. and European institutions.

Feb 19 β€’ 10:08 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

With falling prices, the value of Brazilian production declines this year

Brazil's expected record grain harvest does not translate to increased producer revenue, which is set to decline compared to 2025 due to falling prices.

Feb 19 β€’ 01:00 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Agricultural region: important new rains are coming in some areas

The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange warns of heavy and uneven rainfall and significant temperature fluctuations affecting major agricultural production zones in Argentina.

Feb 18 β€’ 18:45 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
National & Local

Despite prolonged rains, average grain yield increased by 7.1% last summer

Last summer saw a 7.1% increase in the average yield of grain crops in Latvia, despite significant rainfall impacting growing conditions.

Feb 18 β€’ 09:57 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Organism the size of a grain of rice exposes the planet's crisis: plastic in the intestines of the 'toughest' ice insect

An international research team has found microplastic particles in the intestines of Belgica antarctica, the smallest insect inhabiting Antarctica, highlighting environmental pollution even in remote natural areas.

Feb 18 β€’ 08:45 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

Tartu Mill's production will become quieter

The Tartu City Council has granted a construction permit for a grain reception building for Tartu Mill, along with approval for a 35-meter high elevator and a tunnel.

Feb 17 β€’ 23:30 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

China's Controversial Bet to 'Create' Rain and Why Many Still Doubt the Results

China has launched a large-scale weather modification project to combat drought in its northern grain-producing regions by generating artificial rain.

Feb 17 β€’ 13:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

What is the suitable bread for diabetics?

Diabetics are advised to choose the right type of bread, as whole grain options can help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce health risks.

Feb 17 β€’ 12:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Proposal: Mobile Mills to Provide Food in Crisis

Sweden's Livsmedelsverket has proposed the purchase of five mobile mills to process grain from emergency stocks in the northernmost regions during crises or war.

Feb 17 β€’ 06:17 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Expectations of Doubling Grain Production in Morocco After Record Rainfall

Grain merchants and millers in Morocco expect a doubling of grain production this agricultural season due to substantial rainfall, estimating between 8 to 9 million tons compared to the previous year’s 4.4 million tons.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:53 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Power of the agro-industry": the Government reported a record registration of grain exports in January

In January, Argentina recorded a historic high of grain export registrations, driven mainly by wheat and barley performance, marking a 13.6% increase over the previous record.

Feb 10 β€’ 18:08 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Grain Transport: The Government Ties the Bill of Lading to SISA and Tightens Controls

The Argentine government has implemented new regulations linking the issuance of bills of lading for grain transport to producers' status within the Simplified Agricultural Information System (SISA), enforcing stricter controls on the movement of goods.

Feb 10 β€’ 15:47 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

US Department of Agriculture: Ukraine grain exports have fallen 30% over six months

Ukrainian grain exports have decreased by 30% over a six-month period due to various factors including EU quotas, Russian strikes, and adverse weather conditions.

Feb 9 β€’ 15:38 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Grain Market: An Income of Foreign Currency with Surprises

Argentina saw a surprising inflow of $1.85 billion in foreign exchange in January, primarily fueled by increased exports of wheat and barley, despite a dip in projected exports for February.

Feb 7 β€’ 12:47 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
World

Hit: due to drought there will be a million tons less corn and a soybean indicator has worsened

The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange has downgraded the national corn production estimate by one million tons, forecasting a total harvest of 57 million tons instead of 58 million, while sunflower production has unexpectedly performed well amidst concerns for soybeans.

Feb 6 β€’ 15:17 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Wprost
Crime & Justice

What connects Epstein with Lepper? "There were rumors with a grain of truth"

The article explores the links between Jeffrey Epstein and Andrzej Lepper, discussing how past rumors about political elites and controversial events often have some basis in reality.

Feb 6 β€’ 06:10 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Never happened": uproar over sensitive information that grain exporters would demand

The Federation of Grain Collectors in Argentina has raised concerns that multinational exporting companies are demanding confidential information from producers, such as the size of their fields and other personal data.

Feb 6 β€’ 00:26 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rain: predicting how the weather will continue for the fields

The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange warns of irregular rainfall patterns, high temperatures, and significant water demands for crops until mid-February.

Feb 5 β€’ 15:25 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A giant of agriculture was born: Bunge completed the merger with Viterra in Argentina and the CEO was announced

Bunge has finalized its merger with Viterra in Argentina, creating a leader in grain agro-export after two years of approvals and negotiations.

Feb 4 β€’ 18:12 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
Life & Tech

SNACKING ⟩ Affordable snacks may extend lifespan

Popcorn, a quick snack made from 100% whole grain, is a healthy option that provides about 70% of the daily whole grain requirement, making it an essential part of movie nights.

Feb 4 β€’ 13:37 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

CNPJ in the Cell: company with penitentiary address is target of operation against fraud in the grain sector in MT

A company registered at the address of a penitentiary is among the targets of Operation CNPJ in the Cell, investigating a tax evasion scheme in the grain sector in Mato Grosso.

Feb 3 β€’ 12:06 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

40 km from the Perito Moreno Glacier: harvesting the southernmost wheat in the world has begun with very promising yields

Harvesting of the world's southernmost wheat and oats has begun near the Perito Moreno Glacier, with expectations of yielding between 600 and 700 tons of grain for a feed plant in RΓ­o Gallegos.

Feb 3 β€’ 11:35 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
Life & Tech

Tips on how to make little boats from small tortillas for a delicious taco evening

This article provides a guide on how to shape small tortillas into boats for holding taco fillings, catering to those who prefer soft wheat or whole grain tortillas over hard corn shells.

Feb 2 β€’ 12:07 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Foreign exchange from agriculture: US$ 1.85 billion entered in January, 82% more than in December

In January, foreign exchange earnings from grain and byproduct exports surged to US$ 1.85 billion, an 82% increase compared to December, driven by record wheat and strong barley harvests.

Feb 2 β€’ 11:52 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
World

Ukraine calls on the West for sanctions against an African country. Important reason

Ukraine is urging Western nations to impose sanctions on an African country that received stolen grain from its temporarily occupied territories.

Jan 16 β€’ 16:05 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Eastern Euphrates in Syria: Strategic Wealth and Regional Influence Struggle

The Eastern Euphrates region, controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces, is a strategic tension point post-Bashar al-Assad regime, holding most of Syria's oil, gas fields, and key grain plains, as the US attempts to mediate between the new government and SDF amidst ongoing Turkish military pressures.

Jan 15 β€’ 19:24 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Ukraine's foreign minister: Russia exports Ukrainian grain from occupied territories, intelligence identifies 45 vessels

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha reported that Russia has established a shadow grain fleet involving 45 vessels to export Ukrainian grain from occupied areas.

Jan 15 β€’ 08:44 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Microrobots smaller than a grain of salt have been created. This could be a breakthrough in medicine

Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan have developed fully programmable autonomous microrobots, the smallest ever created, which may revolutionize medical tools.

Jan 13 β€’ 19:40 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
Life & Tech

Bioethics Against the Grain: Are Men Disadvantaged Because They Cannot Have Children?

Philosopher Kimberley Brownlee at Oxford argues for compensatory measures for men who cannot become pregnant, suggesting that being a man equates to being disabled.

Jan 12 β€’ 12:28 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
Life & Tech

Bioethics Against the Grain: Are Men Disadvantaged Because They Cannot Have Children?

Philosopher Kimberley Brownlee argues at Oxford University that men may be disadvantaged due to their inability to become pregnant, challenging traditional views on reproductive rights.

Jan 12 β€’ 12:28 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Večernji List
Life & Tech

The Aztecs and Incas considered it 'the food of immortality': This ancient grain has been declared 'the healthiest carbohydrate in the world'

An ancient grain, lauded by the Aztecs and Incas, has been recognized as the healthiest carbohydrate, emphasizing the benefits of whole grains over processed foods.

Jan 2 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
World

VIDEO Russia Hits Ports near Odesa. Ship with Ukrainian Grain Damaged

In a new attack on Odesa, Russia has damaged infrastructure in the region, including oil warehouses and a ship carrying grain, resulting in injuries.

Dec 30 β€’ 14:33 UTC

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