Tunisia purchased approximately 50,000 metric tons of soft wheat and 75,000 metric tons of barley in an international tender on Friday. The wheat was bought at prices ranging from $267.64 to $267.77 per metric ton C&F from Bulgarian trading house Buildcom, and the barley at $219.49 per metric ton C&F from trading house Amber.

Europe is anticipating a smaller wheat harvest this summer, with rain causing disruptions in France, Germany, and Britain. However, improved conditions in other areas may mitigate overall crop losses in this crucial exporting region.

On Friday, Russia announced a federal emergency in 10 regions due to significant crop damage caused by May frosts. This measure aims to provide farmers with additional funds, although officials assured that it would not disrupt export commitments. The declaration…

Ukraine’s winter grain crops are expected to ripen at least two weeks earlier than usual due to abnormally high temperatures in most regions during late May and early June, the agriculture ministry announced on Friday. Winter wheat, which constitutes about…

Starting June 21, Turkey will suspend wheat imports until at least October 15 to shield its farmers from price fluctuations, secure domestic raw materials, and create a favorable market for local producers, the agriculture ministry announced. This announcement led to…

On Friday, Chicago and Paris wheat futures fell to one-month lows as Turkey’s import ban dampened demand outlooks, overshadowing concerns about weather damage to Russian crops. Corn and soybean futures also edged lower after a previous session rebound, driven by…

After challenging their yearly high a month ago, November soybean futures on the Chicago Board of Trade fell for the seventh consecutive session on Wednesday. This decline began shortly after large speculators moved from short positions to nearly flat. June…

China plans to increase its wheat stockpile by purchasing more from domestic producers as the world’s top producer and consumer of wheat seeks to secure supply amid recent weather-related damages affecting global production. Adverse weather conditions have impacted crops in…

A South Korean importer has reportedly purchased approximately 65,000 metric tons of animal feed corn from South America in a private deal made on Wednesday, according to European traders. The purchase was made from trading house Posco at an estimated…

Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) has purchased a total of 103,767 metric tons of food-quality wheat from the United States, Canada, and Australia in a regular tender that closed on Thursday. As the world’s sixth-largest wheat importer,…

Tunisia’s state grains agency has issued an international tender to acquire approximately 50,000 metric tons of soft milling wheat and around 75,000 metric tons of barley. The origin is optional, with the deadline for price offers set for Friday, June…

Maritime labor unions in Argentina declared on Thursday that they would halt all port activities for 48 hours, affecting the country’s primary agricultural export hub in the Rosario region. This brief strike was suspended following government-ordered talks between workers and…

Despite experiencing adverse weather in May, Ukraine has maintained its grain harvest forecast for 2024 at 52.4 million metric tons. Acting Agriculture Minister Taras Vysotskyi announced on Thursday that any review of this forecast would not occur before July. https://www.zawya.com/en/world/uk-and-europe/ukraine-keeping-grain-forecast-despite-poor-weather-minister-says-d8m8hxn2

Russia might reduce the range of its grain exports in the upcoming season because of crop problems, which could lead to a stronger focus on traditional markets. During the current season, Russia has been active in grain markets like Mexico,…

Chicago wheat prices dropped for the seventh consecutive session on Thursday, hitting their lowest point in almost four weeks due to the progressing US harvest. This shift overshadowed concerns about adverse weather in Russia. Soybeans and corn, on the other…

Algeria’s OAIC purchased 840,000 metric tons of milling wheat in an international tender, with prices between $279 and $279.50 per metric ton C&F. The wheat, expected from the Black Sea region, includes Ukraine, Romania, Bulgaria, and possibly Russia. This acquisition…

Jordan’s state grain buyer issued an international tender to purchase up to 120,000 metric tons of milling wheat after making no purchase in a previous tender. The new tender, set for June 11, aims to secure wheat supplies from various optional origins to meet domestic needs.

Egypt’s General Authority for Supply Commodities (GASC) purchased 470,000 metric tons of wheat in an international tender. The procurement includes 180,000 tons from Romania, 120,000 tons from France, 120,000 tons from Ukraine, and 50,000 tons from Bulgaria. This diverse acquisition…

Ukraine has experienced a prolonged absence of rain in May, worsening crop conditions, though the lack of extreme temperatures has prevented critical damage. Despite the dry spell, the country’s agricultural output remains stable, avoiding severe deterioration. Continuous monitoring of weather conditions is essential for crop recovery hopes.

Russia’s Sovecon agricultural consultancy has reduced its 2024 wheat crop forecast to 80.7 million metric tons, down from the previous estimate of 82.1 million metric tons, due to severe frosts. Earlier in March, the forecast was 94 million metric tons….

Chicago wheat prices remained steady after hitting a two-week low, as concerns about weather-related damage to Russian crops eased. Despite the price fluctuations, international demand for wheat remains robust, with significant purchases from Algeria and Egypt. Soybean prices increased on…

The Danube corridor serves as a vital lifeline for Ukrainian exports, providing a crucial gateway to international markets. Its significance lies not only in its geographic advantage but also in its historical role as a key trade route connecting Eastern…