Global grain and oilseed markets are facing great uncertainty as producers in the northern hemisphere complete their spring plantings. While some dryness has affected winter crop regions in both North America and Europe, sowing conditions remain favorable. Market participants are closely observing rapid policy developments related to tariffs and possible retaliatory measures. The changing trade landscape will also affect the overall macroeconomic environment, with impacts expected on energy prices, exchange rates, and growth prospects, and further implications for agricultural production and trade.

Opening Remarks

•   Joseph Glauber, Research Fellow Emeritus, IFPRI

Presentations

• Overview of macroeconomic prospects: John Baffes, Senior Agriculture Economist, Development Economics, World Bank (Presentation)
• Overview of crop conditions: Brian Barker, Principal Faculty Specialist, University of Maryland; GEOGLAM Crop Monitor for AMIS lead, and Global Crop Monitor lead (Presentation)
• Overview of wheat, maize and soybeans: Seth Meyer, Chief Economist, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) (Presentation)

Discussion

Moderated by Monika Tothova, Senior Economist, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO); Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) Secretary

• Di Yang, Economist, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
• Erin Collier, Economist, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
• Nathan Kemp, Senior Economist, International Grains Council (IGC)

Moderator

• Monika Tothova, Senior Economist, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO); Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) Secretary