Ship was carrying wheat destined for Egypt

Nation trying to take advantage of military gains

Political tensions, economic issues pushing some countries toward protectionism

Consolidation gives government more control over exports

Exports recover to near pre-war levels despite myriad obstacles

Will only be used in the event of natural of human-caused disaster 

Projected 2024-25 output revised 7% higher

Ukrainian company will upgrade equipment, expand storage capacity

Expected to halt imports of cereals, oilseeds amid Russia’s war in Ukraine