Industry news & Vesper highlights
European butter markets are closing 2025 under pressure as production increases and stocks accumulate, setting the stage for prices to fall below €4,000/mt in the first quarter of 2026. The EU Vesper Price Index for butter currently stands at €4,090/mt EXW as of December 3, with Q1 forward prices showing even more weakness. The scale […]
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European biodiesel prices have increased across the board, with FAME-10 and HVO showing particularly strong gains as low sulfur gas...
Coffee futures declined sharply this week following partial tariff relief announcements, excluding Brazil and India. The most active March contract...
BMD crude palm oil prices climbed to $993/mt this week, reflecting market responses to production forecasts and policy discussions at...
European sugar producers are implementing emergency area reductions for the 2026 crop as prices fall to €425/tonne and structural challenges...
Ocean freight rates from Asia to Europe increased in recent weeks, with carriers managing capacity tightly as 2026 contract negotiations...
Boneless skinless thigh meat demand has fallen below the baseline average for the first time in roughly two years, with...
The European cheese market has found renewed stability after months of pressure, with a significant shift in export competitiveness clearing...
European sugar producers have announced substantial production cuts for 2026 as exceptional yields and elevated stock levels create unprecedented supply...
Cocoa prices declined over 9% this week, with London front-month futures falling to around 4,202 GBP/t. The market lacked a...
