Brazil has secured approvals for exports to China: 10 Brazilian processing plants cleared to export sorghum, and 5 plants cleared to ship corn-based dried distillers grains (DDG and DDGS) to China for animal feed.

North Dakota rancher August Heupel says cattle prices are stabilizing after drops linked to beef import news, noting strong demand and low herd numbers keep the market solid.

The Codex Alimentarius Commission met at FAO’s 48th session, reaffirming global food safety cooperation. FAO marked its 80th anniversary and proposed a $500,000 budget increase for 2026–27 programs.