CBH trials blockchain to help farmers earn more
The nation's biggest grains handler is trialling technology that could prove provenance and help farmers earn more in export markets.
Oil falls amid ample OPEC supply
Oil dropped about 2 per cent from a two-month high overnight as major world producers kept pumping more crude.
Iron ore jump a short-term treat
Iron ore's 7.2 per cent jump has traders excited but it's unlikely to signal a period of sustained strength.
Oil rally may prompt shale expansion
Oil prices rose to two-month highs, boosted in part by expectations of US sanctions against Venezuela's oil sector.
Iron ore surges 7.2pc
The spot price of iron ore surged to near $US74 a tonne overnight amid concerns about tightening supplies.
Vale's net slips on currency, costs
Vale, the world's largest producer of iron ore, was crimped by a weaker currency and higher output costs in its latest quarter.
Goldman turns bullish on iron ore
Goldman Sachs boosted its iron ore forecast for the next three months to $US70 a tonne, from $US55.
Tin rises on smelter shutdown reports
​Tin hit its highest price in six months on reports of smelter shutdowns in China, the world's largest tin producer.
Weak LNG market bolsters Australia
Australia is forecast to strengthen its position near the top of the LNG export ladder as low prices deter more new projects.
Kumba Iron Ore sees price retreat
Kumba Iron Ore chief Themba Mkhwanazi expects iron ore to fall back to $US55-$US60 a tonne in the second half.
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