The Latest Breaking News from USDA

Sugar Settles Higher on Dollar Weakness and Dryness in Thailand

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Friday closed +0.28 (+1.20%), and Aug London white sugar #5 (SWQ23 ) closed +8.80 (+1.34%). Sugar prices Friday posted moderate gains, with NY sugar climbing to a 1-1/2 week high and London sugar climbing to a 2-week high. A slide in the...

Barchart · Jul 7, 2023

Weakness in the Brazilian Real Weighs on Sugar Prices

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Thursday closed -0.28 (-1.19%), and Aug London white sugar #5 (SWQ23 ) closed -1.50 (-0.23%). Sugar prices Thursday fell moderately as weakness in the Brazilian real (^USDBRL ) weighed on prices. The real Thursday fell to a 1-month low against the dollar,...

Barchart · Jul 6, 2023

Rice to get costlier as supply threatened

MUMBAI: Global rice prices, now at their highest in 11 years, are set to rally further after India moved to boost payments to farmers, just as El Nino threatens yields in key producers and alternative staples get costlier for poor Asians and Africans.

Bangkok Post · Jul 6, 2023

Best lavender varieties – 14 perfumed beauties for flowers and foliage

Broaden your fragrant horizons with 14 stunning lavender varieties for patios, pots, beds and borders

Homes & Gardens · Jul 4, 2023

11 best American restaurants in London for the 4th of July

Ben McCormack rates the States — or its outposts in London, at least

Evening Standard · Jul 4, 2023

Sugar Climbs on Signs of Robust Demand

Oct NY world sugar #11 (SBV23 ) on Monday closed +0.53 (+2.33%), and Aug London white sugar #5 (SWQ23 ) closed up +9.90 (+1.56%). Sugar prices Monday posted moderate gains on signs of strength in demand. The delivery to settle the July NY sugar contract, which expired last Friday, totaled...

Barchart · Jul 3, 2023

Sunday Scaries: What I'm Watching This Week In The Grain Markets

The USDA gave us another big June surprise, changing the dynamics of the corn and soybean markets in a big way. Taking a look at what happened and what it might mean in the weeks ahead.

Barchart · Jul 2, 2023

'They have special powers!' 10 pest-repellent plants to keep bugs away

If you’re looking for effective, eco-friendly ways to keep pesky bugs at bay, these pest-repellent plants are a great solution

Homes & Gardens · Jul 2, 2023

7 plants that prevent weeds in your yard

Weeds are pesky to remove at the best of times. Luckily these 7 plants can help prevent weeds from taking root in your yard.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 1, 2023

'They're perfect for natural privacy' – 10 plants for around a pool to create a backyard paradise

From leafy shrubs to fabulous flowers, these picks will give your pool area a beautiful, botanical touch

Homes & Gardens · Jul 1, 2023