Europe and Eurasia

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.

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.

Despite the lower area anticipated, ample spring precipitations are expected to increase fodder yields in MY 2025/26.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Deputy Under Secretary Michelle Bekkering administered the oath of office to eight USDA employees who will serve American agriculture around the globe as members of the Foreign Service.  

Private exporters reported the following sales activity for MY 2024/2025: 120,000 MT of corn for delivery to Spain and 110,000 MT of soybeans for delivery to unknown destinations.

Private exporters reported sales of 110,000 MT of corn for delivery to Portugal during MY 2024/2025.