Humans of Agriculture

As the geopolitical situation shall we say... deteriorates, what impact are overseas conflicts and trade disputes having on Aussie grain markets?
 
Vitor Pistoia, Senior Grains and Oilseeds Analyst for Rabobank, is watching global events closely and joins Oli to explain the resulting market dynamics, as well as the opportunities for canola growers as the Sustainable Aviation Fuels industry gains traction.

takeaways
  • Geopolitical events have a lag effect on grain prices
  • Sustainable aviation fuel is gaining traction but requires clear guidelines
  • The balance between food and fuel production is a critical issue
  • Farmers must stay informed about competitor crops and market trends
  • Monitoring currency and bond markets is essential for decision-making
chapters

00:00 Introduction to global grain and oilseed markets
05:18 Current trends in grain and oilseed prices
08:01 The impact of global events on agriculture
11:04 Sustainable Aviation Fuels: current status and future
13:32 The dilemma of food vs. fuel
16:03 Future projections for grains and oilseeds

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Creators and Guests

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Host
Oli Le Lievre

What is Humans of Agriculture?

We're going behind the scenes to see and understand modern agriculture, because no matter whether you're in it or not, you probably don't know all the pieces to just how incredible, diverse and multi-layered agriculture is. We do this by uncovering the real stories, experiences and voices of modern agriculture.