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On July 17, 2025, the Department of Energy (DOE) issued DOE Advisory No. 2025-07-001 announcing the suspension of the 4 and 5 percent biodiesel blend (B4) mandates respectively scheduled for October 1, 2025, and October 1, 2026.

In marketing year (MY) 2025/26, Chilean raisin production is forecast to slightly decrease to 62,000 metric tons (MT), down from 62,162 MT in MY 2024/25. This decline is attributed to the continued reduction in table grape area planted due to competition from other suppliers like Peru, low profitability of traditional grape varieties, and drought conditions.

On July 31, President Mulino signed Executive Decree 14, which declares rice as a national security crop and shields Panama's rice producers from international competition.

Weekly summary of U.S. export sales activity for key commodities.

On August 12, the Chinese government extended current tariff rates on U.S. goods for 90 days, continuing the suspension of 24-percent additional tariffs while retaining a 10-percent tariff. This report includes an unofficial translation of the SCTC announcement and an attached table of updated tariffs on U.S. agricultural, fishery, and forestry products.

Latin America (South America and the Caribbean) is the third-largest market for U.S. dog and cat food. The region is currently experiencing disinflation, lower interest rates, favorable export commodity prices, and increased tourism, all driving economic activity.

Indonesia’s aggressive biodiesel blending mandate rising from 35 percent to 40 percent in early 2025 has resulted in no exports due to limited production capacity. Expansion to B50 will require both significant subsidies and additional production capacity.

Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan Province, is emerging as a strategic inland hub for U.S. agricultural and food exports. With a population of over 13 million, an expanding middle class, and GDP growth of 5.7 percent in 2024, the city is driving regional demand for premium, safe, and diverse imported food products.

In June 2025, the Food and Beverage West Africa trade show was held in Lagos, Nigeria. Overall, the show was well attended by serious buyers from across West Africa, although most were Nigeria based.

Xi’an, a major transportation hub and cultural center in northwest China, offers significant opportunities for U.S. agricultural products. The city’s growing middle-class population, vibrant tourism industry, and evolving retail and foodservice sectors create demand for high-quality imported goods.

This monthly report includes data on U.S. and global trade, production, consumption and stocks, as well as analysis of developments affecting world trade in oilseeds.

This monthly report includes data on U.S. and global trade, production, consumption and stocks, as well as analysis of developments affecting world trade in grains.