AMERICAS

USDA to release second round of COVID-19 aid, up to US$14 billion

The United States Agriculture Department (USDA) will pay up to US$14 billion to US farmers in its second round of COVID-19 aid, Reuters reported.

China purchases 195,000 tonnes of US corn as domestic prices surge

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said purchasers from China bought 195,000 tonnes of US corn, as corn prices in China continue to rise, Reuters reported.

USDA: 192,000 tonnes of US soybeans exported to China

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said private exporters shipped 192,000 tonnes of US soybeans to China, the first sales of soybeans to China since July 27, Reuters reported.
USDA to release second round of COVID-19 aid, up to US$14 billion
China purchases 195,000 tonnes of US corn as domestic prices surge
USDA: 192,000 tonnes of US soybeans exported to China
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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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Monday, April 5, 2021
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Monday, April 5, 2021
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Monday, April 5, 2021
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Monday, March 22, 2021
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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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Monday, March 15, 2021
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Thursday, March 11, 2021
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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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Friday, March 5, 2021
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Friday, March 5, 2021
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