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The Future of Organic Farming: Performance Over Price in High-Value Crops

The organic industry is at a critical juncture, with increasing demand for sustainable production solutions. Dr. Minshad Ansari, founder of Bionema Group, emphasizes that organic products must be valued for their quality and ability to meet the stringent requirements of export markets, rather than being seen as cheaper alternatives. High-value crops, such as fruits and vegetables, represent significant commercial potential due to strict quality standards, but the quality and performance of these products must be enhanced to ensure their adoption.

Source: Agropages, published under the title "Performance, not price, will determine the future of biologi..." - 7 July 2026

Walid Saadé: Diverse Solutions, Education, and Regulation, the Three Challenges of the Biostimulant Market in France

In an increasingly complex agricultural context, Walid Saadé, president of the biostimulants section of France fertilisants, emphasizes the need for a diversified and educational approach to promote biostimulants. He highlights regulatory challenges and the necessity for better understanding of products derived from living organisms to ensure their adoption by farmers, while stressing the importance of a collective dynamic to address climate issues.

Source: Agro Matin, published under the title "« Plus les conditions deviennent difficiles, plus nous avons..." - 30 June 2026

Fertilizer Price Shock in 2026: A 55% Rise in Urea and Its Consequences

The 55% increase in urea prices from February to May 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions, raises concerns about an impending food crisis. Input producers benefit from this situation, while farmers and food processors see their margins shrink. Governments, like Egypt with the New Delta project, are responding by investing in infrastructure to reduce dependence on fertilizer imports, signaling a shift in agricultural market dynamics.

SEPEHR ACHARD, Source: Igronews, published under the title "Fertilizer Price Shock 2026: What a 55% Urea Spike Means for..." - 20 June 2026