Synopsis
Rabobank's RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness team has 90 analysts working in local teams across the worldwide Rabobank network. They generate knowledge, and develop views and insights on businesses, topics and developments in the food & agribusiness sectors across the globe. All analysts have their own sector specialisations—ranging from meat and fish to dairy, vegetables, fruit and floriculture, coffee and cocoa.
Episodes
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Global geopolitics, US tariffs, and the impact for Australia and New Zealand
21/03/2025 Duration: 23minJan Lambregts, Head of RaboResearch Global Economics & Markets, and Stefan Vogel, General Manager – RaboResearch Australia & New Zealand, discuss the changing geopolitical landscape, how US tariffs are a tool used way beyond just balancing trade, and how this might impact Australia’s and New Zealand’s food and agricultural sectors. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Dissecting milk production costs
16/03/2025 Duration: 14minMichael Harvey is joined by Emma Higgins to unpack her report comparing milk production costs in key regions. Costs have lifted across the board for most key producing regions. China has become more cost-competitive, while Oceania has the lowest costs. The next decade will see more expensive and variable operating costs, making cost control crucial for dairy producers to survive future challenges. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Harvesting autumn opportunities in New Zealand
13/03/2025 Duration: 12minAs we step into the New Zealand autumn with a promising outlook in farmgate pricing, Jen Corkran and Emma Higgins discuss the first agribusiness monthly report of 2025 titled Harvesting autumn opportunities. Hear some valuable insights and opportunities, along with key points to keep an eye on this season. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Demand is driving investment in US cheese capacity
03/03/2025 Duration: 17minMichael Harvey is joined by Senior Dairy Analyst Lucas Fuess from the US to unpack his report looking at the wave of cheese production capacity coming down the pipeline in the US. The team discuss the who, where, and why driving this investment, and look at what it might mean for Australian and New Zealand dairy sectors. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Global greenhouse update 2025
27/02/2025 Duration: 18minFresh Produce Analyst Pia Piggott joins Senior Fresh Produce Specialist Lambert van Horen to discuss the latest trends in the global greenhouse industry. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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What's influencing Australian cotton prices?
27/02/2025 Duration: 16minJoin Senior Macro Strategist Ben Picton and Commodities and Farm Inputs Analyst Paul Joules as they discuss the major factors influencing both domestic and international cotton prices. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Implications of US tariffs for food and agriculture
26/02/2025 Duration: 25minWaves of US import tariff threats are felt on the shores of many countries that export food and agricultural commodities, as the implications and products impacted could be far reaching. Senior Animal Protein Analyst Jen Corkran and RaboResearch General Manager – Australia & New Zealand Stefan Vogel discuss global and local threats and opportunities for the food and agriculture sector. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Making sense of greenhouse gas accounting for agriculture
24/02/2025 Duration: 15minSustainability analysts Claudia Cammack and Anna Drake discuss why greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting in agriculture is becoming increasingly relevant, how companies can start, and potential incentives and opportunities around GHG measurement. Please note: the results referenced from the Rabobank Rural Confidence survey are representative of the sample of 1,000 farmers who participated in the survey. Terms referred to: SBTi = Science-Based Targets initiative, GAF tools = Greenhouse Accounting Framework tools. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Growing G&O potential in the Danube basin and the Black Sea
23/02/2025 Duration: 16minJoin RaboResearch analysts Vítor Pistóia and Vito Martielli in a deep dive into the farming landscape of countries in the Danube River basin and their new role in global grain trade. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Travels of an Aussie beef analyst: the US market
18/02/2025 Duration: 19minIn February, Angus Gidley-Baird travelled to the US to speak at the NCBA cattle conference in Texas. In this podcast, he speaks with colleague Lance Zimmerman about the trip and the current state of the US cattle market. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Seeds of change: 2025 outlook for grains and farm inputs
10/02/2025 Duration: 20minJoin RaboResearch analysts Vítor Pistóia and Paul Joules as they discuss the key topics for grains, oilseeds, and farm inputs at the start of the year. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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The implications of Trump's tariffs for New Zealand and Australia
06/02/2025 Duration: 20minJoin RaboResearch General Manager – Australia & New Zealand Stefan Vogel and Senior Strategist Ben Picton as they dissect the Trump administration’s recent tariff announcements. Ben and Stefan unpack how economic policymaking is now being subordinated to economic statecraft and decode what this all might mean for New Zealand and Australia’s economic prosperity. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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All aces in New Zealand agriculture for 2025?
04/02/2025 Duration: 16minFind out what cards New Zealand agriculture has been dealt in 2025 as Jen Corkran and Emma Higgins discuss the recently released New Zealand agribusiness outlook. The 2025 ‘deck’ looks much improved for New Zealand agricultural producers, providing a relatively strong hand for the year ahead – and a strategic hand, if we play our cards right. Of course, there are some important watching points. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Global animal protein outlook 2025 – Positioning for growth while managing uncertainties
03/02/2025 Duration: 24minJen Corkran and Angus Gidley-Baird discuss the recently released global animal protein outlook report, including what regions and sectors are expected to see growth and what some of the key issues will be in 2025. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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Australia agribusiness outlook 2025 – Well-placed to master the year ahead
02/02/2025 Duration: 27minAustralian agriculture is well-placed for the year ahead. The Australian RaboResearch team discusses the outlook for the different commodities following the release of their Australia agribusiness outlook 2025 report. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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The Australian lamb market – Out of the comments and into the cutlets
28/01/2025 Duration: 20minAngus Gidley-Baird chats with Michael Harvey about the current and future state of the Australian food retail market and what it means for the lamb market. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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From fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain – Asia
27/01/2025 Duration: 21minIn this RaboResearch miniseries of podcasts, we unpack the major trends from fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain. RaboResearch Australia & New Zealand General Manager Stefan Vogel discusses with Hong Kong-based Head of RaboResearch – Asia Dirk Jan Kennes the key trends through 2030 in this major destination market for Australian and New Zealand products. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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From fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain – Europe and Africa
23/01/2025 Duration: 22minIn this RaboResearch miniseries of podcasts, we unpack the major trends from fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain. RaboResearch Australia & New Zealand General Manager Stefan Vogel discusses with Netherlands-based Head of RaboResearch – Europe and Africa Cindy Koolhout key trends through 2030 in an important destination market for Australian and New Zealand. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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From fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain – South America
21/01/2025 Duration: 26minIn this RaboResearch miniseries of podcasts, we unpack the major trends from fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain. RaboResearch Australia & New Zealand General Manager Stefan Vogel discusses with Brazil-based Head of RaboResearch – South America Andy Duff the key trends through 2030 in a region that is an important exporter and competitor. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.
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From fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain – North America
19/01/2025 Duration: 20minIn this RaboResearch miniseries of podcasts, we unpack the major trends from fork to farm along the global food and agriculture supply chain. RaboResearch Australia & New Zealand General Manager Stefan Vogel discusses with US-based Head of RaboResearch – North America Roland Fumasi the key trends through 2030 in this major competitor and destination market for Australian and New Zealand products. RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.