Industry news & Vesper highlights
Freight costs are moving in one direction this month, and procurement teams importing through North Europe should plan for more of it. According to logistics provider Shypple’s latest market update, rates from Asia to North Europe have risen for six straight weeks, and the Drewry World Container Index rose 23 percent in the first week […]
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US tariffs of 50% on most imports from India kick in today, affecting key commodities like basmati rice, spices, pulses,...
Coffee futures continued their ascent last week, with the December contract climbing 44.10 cents to close at 378.3 USc/lb –...
Coconut oil markets are experiencing significant volatility as origin prices recover from recent lows, with EXW Manila prices increasing by...
Ivory Coast has reduced its cocoa export contract sales for the upcoming main crop season by 100,000 metric tonnes, cutting...
The US broiler industry faces limited production growth potential as breeder inventories continue to contract. The nation’s broiler-type hatchery supply...
Container shipping rates are falling rapidly as the traditional peak season comes to an end, with spot rates declining 6%...
The US dairy industry delivered its strongest milk production performance in over three years during July, with output climbing across...
The global starch market is experiencing significant supply chain disruptions as Trump’s tariff policies create uncertainty for procurement managers across...
The European cheese market is experiencing significant price volatility in late August 2025, with unusually wide spreads between buyer bids...
