Russian Grain Markets: 26–30 October 2026 During the week in review Russian grain market remained quite volatile where feed wheat was appreciating and During the week in review, the Russian grain market remained volatile. Feed wheat prices appreciated while milling wheat prices declined. Feed barley and corn also remained volatile, with prices varying by region. Logistics is now driving the market, with Baltic Sea and Caspian Sea price indicators serving as the basis for pricing, less delivery costs to those destinations. There are reports that Russia has resumed shipments from Azov and Black Sea ports, but official confirmation is still needed. The Black Sea security situation remains uncertain. Vessels calling at Russian Black Sea p...
What You Need to Know Today: Corn broke sharply lower after overnight headlines that U.S., Ukrainian, and Russian officials would meet for peace talks on 10 and 11 November. Mexico made its second large purchase of U.S. corn in as many days, bringing total purchases this week to just over 2 MM...
Key Takeaways: The EU's new deforestation regulations, taking effect 30 December 2026, could alter global soymeal trade through stricter traceability requirements and higher compliance costs. Brazil's complex supply chains are likely to complicate compliance with the new regulations, potential...
Mediterranean/Middle East/North Africa/Africa – MEA Region Pakistan’s Karachi port has received a shipment of 51,000 MT of wheat in the past week, with another shipment of 59,000 MT scheduled to arrive this week. Although the wheat's origin was not specified, vessel tracking indicat...
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