Listen news recap for 18.05.2024
05/06
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Listen news recap for 18.05.2024

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…

5/06/2024
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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….

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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.

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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…

7/06/2024
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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…

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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

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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…

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