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The Czech grain crop (excluding corn) is the second lowest in a decade due to a drop in yields but with essentially unchanged year-on-year sowing area.

The European Union-28 (EU-28) is the largest export market for U.S. tree nuts. In 2017, tree nut shipments from the United States to the EU-28 reached $2.7 billion.

Drought and high temperatures negatively affected oilseeds yields in many regions of the EU. Particularly rapeseed production suffered from the unfavorable weather conditions.

The dry summer months and limited feed supplies are anticipated to accelerate the slaughter of cattle and hogs this year.

The EU-28 chicken sector is expected to grow in 2018 and 2019, driven a by slow but steady increase in domestic demand.

The Czech Republic is a country with a strong and deep beer culture. Beer is considered a true national beverage and part of the cultural heritage.