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Nicaragua's Ministry of Health (MINSA), the regulator for processed foods, implemented two new administrative resolutions (MINSA 0024/2024 and MINSA 031/2024) in 2024, bringing substantial changes for food importers.

This report provides information and guidance on the export certification requirements for U.S. products entering Costa Rica.

This report outlines the regulatory requirements and import procedures for food and agricultural products entering Costa Rica.

This report outlines Ecuador’s requirements for food and agricultural product imports. It is a guide to the regulations that exporters need to consider in order for their products to enter the Ecuadorian market.

Sorghum cultivation is widely adapted to the climate and soil conditions of various regions in Brazil, making it appealing during seasons marked by delays in soybean planting and harvesting, reinforcing its position as a key crop in Brazilian agribusiness.

The Mexican market offers continued opportunities for U.S. farmers, ranchers, and food processors to further expand sales across the agricultural spectrum. Mexico is a top market for primary U.S. grains and oilseeds, as well as consumer-oriented groceries. An expanding population, coupled with continued economic growth and geographic proximity, makes Mexico an attractive market for U.S. food and agricultural producers.

Based on strong production in April and May 2025, combined with a slight revision in area harvested methodology, Post revises production and area harvested estimates for Market Year (MY) 2024/25 and MY 2025/26 higher than previous projections for palm complexes.

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

Kazakhstan’s MY 2025/26 wheat production is forecast to contract from the prior year’s record, mainly because farmers switched to growing more profitable oilseeds, especially sunflowers.

Systembolaget, Sweden’s government alcohol monopoly, now officially recognizes wines certified by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA), allowing CSWA-certified wines to qualify for Systembolaget’s “Most Sustainable Beverages” label.

China’s peach and nectarine production is forecast to fall 3 percent year-on-year to 17 MMT in MY 2025/26, driven by drought in the northwest and a spring cold snap in the north.

Despite the Russia-Ukraine war, Ukraine's retail, food processing, and food service sectors are functioning. The retail industry is working to maintain an assortment of imported products.