Russian Grain Markets: 6-10 April 2026 During the week in review, the Russian grains market was volatile. Domestic sentiment remained bullish, supporting an upward trend; however, the export market in the south stayed bearish. Given Russia’s export-driven structure, weak export demand is likely to offset domestic strength. A stronger ruble reinforces the bearish outlook, despite declining export duties, which remain largely technical this season rather than restrictive. Russia ratified an additional grain export quota of 5 MMT, valid through 30 June 2026, bringing the total seasonal quota to 25 MMT. The decision followed revised 2025 production data, with total grain output at 141.2 MMT, up from 125.9 MMT a year earlier. Wheat product...
What You Need to Know Today: Markets got a surprise with a corn yield of 181.2 bushels/acre in the October WASDE, above the average estimate of 177.6 bushels/acre and up from USDA’s September estimate of 178.5 bushels/acre. Although stronger demand is expected to absorb some of the addit...
The USDA has lowered its 2026 red meat production forecasts slightly while forecasting a slight increase in broiler production. Beef is now projected at 24.802 billion pounds, 75 million pounds less than in September. Cow slaughter is expected to be up; however, this will be offset by lower ste...
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