The following GAIN reports were released on February 20, 2026.
Kenya: Drought Dampens Crop Production in Central Kenya
FAS/Nairobi assessed crop production in Kenya’s Central region in late January 2026. A severe drought in the region has caused a near-total failure in corn and wheat production, leading farmers to convert withered crops into livestock feed to salvage value. The rice sector in Mwea faces a disrupted crop cycle due to water rationing. In contrast, the coffee sector is bullish due to record high prices, though challenges remain with sapling supply and processing infrastructure.
The following GAIN reports were released on February 23-24, 2026.
Bulgaria: Tree Nut Market Update
The Bulgarian tree nut market expanded rapidly in marketing year (MY) 2024/25, and the MY 2025/26 forecast is optimistic. There was a significant boost in consumption and trade, driven by both retail sales and the confectionary industry. Decreasing food inflation, improving incomes, and strong development in tourism/travel supported consumption growth. Domestic production increased to meet dynamic demand but still had a small market share. Expectations for MY 2025/26 are for lower local supply and higher imports while consumption is projected to maintain its gradual increase. In MY 2024/25, the United States maintained its leading role as a key supplier, with double digit growth in Bulgarian imports of U.S. tree nuts to about $20 million, or a 43-percent growth over MY 2023/24 ($14 million). However, U.S. exporters are facing increasing competition from price-competitive imports of walnuts (Ukraine and the People’s Republic of China) and of peanuts (Argentina and Nicaragua).
European Union: EU Proposes to Reduce MRLs to Limit of Quantification for Pesticides on Imported Products through Food and Feed Omnibus Package
On December 16, 2025, the European Commission published its draft Food & Feed Omnibus proposal amending, amongst others, Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 on Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs). In the proposal, the Commission seeks to set residue levels for non-EU-approved pesticides at the “limit of quantification,” effectively a zero-tolerance level, which could impact U.S. exports of soybeans, corn, tree nuts, and other products that make up over $5.4 billion in annual exports to the EU.
Ghana: USMEF and FAS Accra Serve Up Tasty American Beef from Nebraska - Ghana's Chefs and Restauranteurs Want More American Beef
FAS Accra (Post) with the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), debuted an unprecedented and spectacular selection of mouthwatering cuts of U.S.-origin beef (January 13-14, 2026). Post's after-action analysis estimates, that through this type of commercial diplomacy outreach effort, $250,000 to $300,000 in new U.S. beef and varietal meats potentially can roll onto Ghana's plates over the next 6-12 months. Straight from the American heartland, in support of our farmers and ranchers, we plated some of Nebraska's finest Omaha steaks, including always crowd pleasers briskets, sirloins, ribeye and T-bone steaks, thanks to the Nebraska Beef Council's generous donation of the cuts.
India: Livestock and Products Semi-annual
India’s CY 2026 cattle and water buffalo inventory is forecast at 307.5 million head, largely unchanged from the previous year on expected higher slaughter driven by steady export demand for buffalo meat (carabeef) from the traditional middle east and South Asian markets. CY 2026 carabeef production forecast is raised to 4.73 million metric tons (MMT) carcass weight equivalent (CWE) and exports projected higher at 1.7 MMT CWE on steady export demand and competitive price of Indian carabeef due to the weak Indian rupee. CY 2025 carabeef production and export estimates have also been increased to 4.68 MMT CWE and 1.69 MMT CWE, respectively, due to the strong surge in exports in major markets.
Thailand: FAIRS Country Report Annual
This report is an overview and update of Thailand’s import regulations and standards for food and agricultural imports. For more information on Thailand’s certification requirements, see the FAIRS Export Certificate Report for Thailand.
Turkey: Poultry Export Ban Stresses Turkish Producers
As in years past, Turkiye's Ministry of Trade has enacted an export ban on poultry products as the country enters the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. This action will lead to uncertainty for Turkish poultry producers who rely on export markets to bolster profits throughout the year, while providing an opportunity for reliable competitors to provide a more stable supply.
The following GAIN reports were released on February 25, 2026.
Argentina: Oilseeds and Products Update
Post maintains its MY2025/26 soybean production forecast at 48 million metric tons (MMT) on 16.5 million hectares (MHA) planted, as timely February rainfall stabilized crop conditions following January dryness. Improved soil moisture and favorable forecasts are expected to mitigate a portion of earlier damage. First-crop yields are largely determined and expected to be strong. Soybean crush remains robust at 43 MMT, supported by more traditional trade flows and reduced whole bean exports to China. For MY2024/25, soybean crush is lowered to 42 MMT on slower farmer selling and reduced bean availability, while exports are reduced to 12.7 MMT, though still projected to reach a record level. Post raises MY2025/26 sunflowerseed production to 5.8 MMT on higher yields and expanded area of 2.7 MHA, as strong domestic prices and firm global vegetable oil demand. MY2025/26 is projected to set new records for sunflowerseed, oil, and meal exports.
The following GAIN reports were released on February 26, 2026.
Belgium: FAIRS Country Report Annual
This report should be read in conjunction with the EU-27 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) report written by the U.S. Mission to the EU. This report focuses on the import regulations and standards that are not harmonized at the EU-level or where Belgium varies.
Mexico: Livestock and Products Semi-annual
In 2026, Mexican cattle production is forecast to remain flat due to recent production challenges in the sector and the continued suspension of live cattle exports from Mexico to the United States due to New World Screwworm. Cattle slaughter is forecast to rise by five percent due to the closure of this export market, which is redirecting over one million head into domestic feedlots, supporting an increase in beef production. The increase in domestic supply is forecast to soften retail prices and support a rise in beef consumption. Simultaneously, the pork sector is forecast to grow, bolstered by improved genetics and stable feed costs. This growth is spurred by a robust processing sector that is substituting higher-cost beef with pork, resulting in record-high domestic protein availability, even as new import quotas on non-FTA partners like Brazil begin to tighten.
Panama: Advisory for Onion Exporters
U.S. exporters should not ship onions to Panama until local supply decreases and Panama updates its import policy.
