USDA, Foreign Agricultural Service,update

 

The Rise and Fall of Bulk Commodities (As a Share of Total U.S. Agricultural Exports) Major bulk commodities, as a share of total U.S. agricultural exports, have risen and fallen dramatically since 2020. Beyond short-term price volatilities that have largely driven these developments, changes to the largest overseas market and an increasingly competitive landscape also affect the prospect for major U.S. bulk exports.  Please click here to read more >>

The following GAIN reports were released on June 4, 2025.

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Algeria: Grain and Feed Update

Post doe snot anticipate major changes to forecast and estimate for Algeria's cereal production. Post anticipates that Algeria's wheat imports will surpass nine million metric tons (MMT) next season. However, for this season, Post revised the estimate for Algeria's wheat imports down, owing to a decrease in Russian supply, and French shipments being reduced to zero. As a result of lower imports, stocks are also expected to decrease.

 

China: Unlocking Opportunities in Chinas 170 Billion Dollar Beverage Market 

China’s beverage market surpassed $170 billion in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of over six percent. The category includes non-alcoholic beverages, ranging from bottled water, juices, and carbonated drinks to tea and functional beverages. Offline channels account for 90.6 percent of sales, though e-commerce is expanding rapidly, driven by livestreaming and social media promotions. Private label products, functional beverages, and innovative flavor drinks continue to lead market growth, with rising demand for low-sugar, plant-based, and modernized heritage flavors. Opportunities exist for U.S. products, particularly in functional drinks, plant-based beverages, and cross-cultural fusion offerings, as well as unique ingredients like tart cherry syrup and cranberry juice in tea and beverage shops.

 

Mexico: Tomatoes and Products Annual

Mexico’s 2025 tomato production is forecast at 3.1 million metric tons (MMT), a three percent decrease year-on-year based on continuing drought conditions in the main production areas and lower projected planting for the autumn-winter season. Producers are expected to reduce planting in response to U.S. anti-dumping duties (ADDs) scheduled to enter into force on July 14, 2025. Mexico’s tomato exports are forecast to reach 1.96 MMT in 2025, including 1.83 MMT to the United States, down five percent as producers and exporters adjust to U.S. ADDs.

 

Turkey: Turkish Ministry of Agriculture Announces Changes to Establishment Recognition

This report is being prepared for U.S. exporters seeking to export animal products and byproducts to Türkiye. According to the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, as of January 1, 2026, Türkiye will only import animal products and byproducts from countries and establishments which are authorized to export those products to the European Union or that it has inspected itself and approved on its own list of approved establishments/countries.

 

 

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The following GAIN reports were released on June 3, 2025.

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Ethiopia: Coffee Annual

Ethiopia’s coffee production for marketing year 2025/26 is projected to reach 11.6 million 60-kg bags, supported by favorable weather, increased productivity from rejuvenated aging trees, and the use of improved inputs such as high-yielding seedlings. Export volumes are forecast to rise to 7.8 million bags, driven by strong global prices and policy reforms that expanded direct access for producers and exporters to international markets. Recent macroeconomic reforms, including the adoption of a market-based foreign exchange rate system, are enhancing export competitiveness and raising farmer incomes. Guided by the 15-year Comprehensive Coffee Development Strategy, Ethiopia aims to become the world’s second-largest coffee producer and exporter by advancing sustainability, boosting competitiveness, and diversifying markets.

 

India: India Releases Guidance for Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate as Food Packaging Material

India published guidelines for accepting recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET) as a food contact material. These guidelines are in alignment with its recently published measure that aims to enhance food safety standards by allowing the use of rPET for food packing, storage, and distribution. The guidelines specify that rPET used for food packaging must adhere to the prescribed quality and safety standards.

 

Nigeria: Overview of the Dairy Market and US Export Opportunities

While Nigeria has a long history of subsistence-based milk production, urbanization is driving increased consumption of non-traditional dairy products. In 2024, most of the $267 million in dairy product imports entered as powdered milk and cream, which are then reconstituted into diverse dairy products. The market is price-sensitive, so importers prefer fat-filled (i.e., blended with vegetable fats) milk powder due to its favorable retail price. U.S. exporters may find opportunities to supply powdered milk, infant formula, whey protein, lactose, and other specialty dairy ingredients to food processors. This report provides an overview of Nigeria’s dairy industry and describes market opportunities for U.S. exporters.

 

Nigeria: Planned Livestock Sector Reforms Could Lead to Trade Opportunities

In 2024, Nigeria created the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development to unlock potential in the country’s vast but underdeveloped livestock sector. The Ministry’s leadership has focused on increasing commercial productivity, which may lead to more interest in U.S. live animal, genetics, and animal feed product exports. In December 2024, the United States signed seven animal health export protocols with Nigeria, creating more opportunities to grow exports given the Ministry’s focus on commercial development, including improving dairy yields, beef production, and animal feed availability.

 

 

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 30, 2025.

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India: IMD Forecasts Early Monsoon Onset with Above-Normal Rainfall

On April 15, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted a 59 percent chance of an above-normal 2025 southwest monsoon, and an onset date of May 27, five days ahead of typical June 1 onset. IMD predicts that rainfall from June through September will likely reach 105 percent of the long-period average (LPA), which is the fifty-year average of 870 millimeters (mm), and above-normal temperatures are expected across most parts of the country starting in May, likely impacting planting decisions due to increased irrigation requirements.

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USDA Trade Mission to Expand Agricultural Exports in Peru

WASHINGTON, June 2, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture will lead a high-impact trade mission to Lima, Peru from June 9 -12 aimed at expanding market access and boosting U.S. agricultural exports to address the $3.66 billion trade deficit with Peru. The delegation includes more than 50 agribusinesses, trade organizations and representatives from five state departments of agriculture working to strengthen economic ties and improve the trade balance. 

“USDA is committed to enhancing export opportunities for American farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses,” said Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley, who will lead the mission. “This trade mission will connect U.S. producers with key buyers in South America, improving economic opportunities, supporting rural prosperity and keeping American agricultural products globally competitive.” 

Peru is the fourth-largest market for U.S. agricultural exports in South America, and the U.S. is Peru’s second-largest agricultural supplier. Despite bilateral agricultural trade growing 263% to $5.3 billion since 2009, the $3.66 billion agricultural trade deficit persists. This mission aims to build on this growth, bridge the gap and increase U.S. exports.

Trade mission participants will engage in business-to-business meetings with buyers from Peru and Ecuador, gaining market insights and fostering new business partnerships. Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) staff and regional experts will provide in-depth market briefings, site visits and networking events to maximize trade opportunities. 

Administrator Whitley will be joined by Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks, Montana Director of Agriculture Jillien Streit, and representatives from Indiana, Georgia, and Wisconsin, alongside a delegation of agribusiness leaders.

1. Aero-Cos International – Marlboro, N.J. 
2. Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute – Juneau, Alaska. 
3. American Foods International Inc. – Doral, Fla. 
4. Ampac Seed Company – Tangent, Ore. 
5. Andes Global International LLC – Miami, Fla. 
6. Attebury Grain LLC – Amarillo, Texas 
7. Bear Fiber Inc. – Morganton, N.C. 
8. BioUrja – Houston, TX 
9. Boston Agrex LLC – Norwell, Mass. 
10. California Dairies Inc. – Visalia, Calif. 
11. Commercial Lynks Inc. – Alexandria, Va. 
12. Cotton Council International – Washington, D.C. 
13. Darigold Inc. – Seattle, Wash. 
14. Erie Foods International Inc.– Erie, Ill. 
15. G&C Food Distributors & Brokers Inc. – Doral, Fla. 
16. George F. Brocke & Sons Inc. – Kendrick, Idaho 
17. Great Northern Ag – Plaza, N.D. 
18. Heartland Essentials, LLC – Gilbert, Ariz. 
19. Hoogwegt US Inc. – Lake Forest, Ill. 
20. IND Hemp – Benton, Mont. 
21. Intervision Foods – Atlanta, Ga. 
22. James Farrell & Co. – Bellevue, Wash. 
23. JBS Food USA – Greeley, Colo. 
24. Kane County Agriculture Economic Development Corporation – Chicago, Ill. 
25. KIT International Inc. – Hackensack, N.J. 
26. Leprino – Denver, Colo. 
27. MAVIGA North America – Spokane, Wash. 
28. National Industrial Hemp Council – Washington, D.C  
29. Neil Jones Food Company – Vancouver, Wash. 
30. New World Trading LLC – Miami, Fla. 
31. Old Fashioned Cheese – Mayville, Wis. 
32. Pear Bureau Northwest – Milwaukie, Ore. 
33. Schreiber Foods Inc. – Green Bay, Wis. 
34. SMART Reproduction – Jonesboro, Ark. 
35. Sysco International Food Group – Jacksonville, Fla. 
36. Tedford/Tellico Inc. – Knoxville, Tenn. 
37. Texas Grain Sorghum Producers Board – Lubbock, Texas 
38. Tropical Foods LLC – Miami, Fla. 
39. Tyson Foods – Springdale, Ark. 
40. U.S. Dairy Export Council – Arlington, Va. 
41. U.S. Dry Bean Council – Frankenmuth, Mich. 
42. U.S. Grains Council – Washington, D.C. 
43. U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council – Folsom, Calif. 
44. U.S. International Foods LLC – St. Louis, Mo. 
45. U.S. Livestock Genetics Export Inc. – Mount Horeb, Wis. 
46. U.S. Meat Export Federation – Denver, Colo. 
47. U.S. Rice Producers Association – Katy, Texas 
48. U.S. Soybean Export Council – Chesterfield, Mo. 
49. USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council – Moscow, Idaho
50. USA Rice – Arlington, Va. 
51. Western United States Agriculture Trade Association – Vancouver, Wash. 

The Peru trade mission is part of USDA’s broader 2025 export promotion strategy. Recent trade missions to Thailand and Guatemala generated nearly $23 million in 12-month projected sales for U.S. exporters. Looking ahead, USDA will soon announce application details for planned missions to Côte d'Ivoire, Mexico, and Taiwan. 

For more information on USDA trade missions, visit https://www.fas.usda.gov/topics/trade-missions. 

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