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Middle East, Mediterranean and Africa Regional Analysis

Regional Updates MEDITERRANEAN/MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA/AFRICA – MEA REGION Algeria decided to bar French companies from its wheat import tenders due to France’s support for Morocco’s continued sovereignty over the Western Sahara region. All tender participants have been advised that offering French wheat will no longer be allowed. Morocco annexed the Western Sahara in 1975 – Algeria has not accepted this.  Algeria is expected to buy as much as 3 MMT of Russian wheat in 2024/25, according to the Russian trade mission in Algiers. Since July, excluding the latest tender, Algeria has purchased 978,000 MT of Russian wheat. Africa is reported to import 40 MMT of wheat per year – 90 percent of Africa’s...

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Summary of Futures

May 26 Corn closed at $4.5425/bushel, up $0.005 from yesterday's close.  Jul 26 Wheat closed at $6.07/bushel, down $0.0575 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Soybeans closed at $11.645/bushel, down $0.1 from yesterday's close.  Jul 26 Soymeal closed at $316.3/short ton, down $4.9 fr...

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Black Sea Regional Analysis

Russian Grain Markets: 13-17 April 2026 The Russian grains market remained relatively stable during the week, pressured by ample global wheat supply, strong international competition, and a firmer ruble. To maintain competitiveness—particularly against Ukraine and Kazakhstan—the gov...

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European Market Analysis

Key Takeaways: Wheat markets are supported by U.S. weather risk, though EU fundamentals remain bearish on strong supply, weak demand, and currency pressure. Upside is limited, with global strength unlikely to drive sustained EU gains. Maize markets are firming on Brazil weather risk and tighte...

feed-grains soy-oilseeds wheat

Summary of Futures

May 26 Corn closed at $4.5425/bushel, up $0.005 from yesterday's close.  Jul 26 Wheat closed at $6.07/bushel, down $0.0575 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Soybeans closed at $11.645/bushel, down $0.1 from yesterday's close.  Jul 26 Soymeal closed at $316.3/short ton, down $4.9 fr...

feed-grains soy-oilseeds wheat

Black Sea Regional Analysis

Russian Grain Markets: 13-17 April 2026 The Russian grains market remained relatively stable during the week, pressured by ample global wheat supply, strong international competition, and a firmer ruble. To maintain competitiveness—particularly against Ukraine and Kazakhstan—the gov...

feed-grains soy-oilseeds wheat

European Market Analysis

Key Takeaways: Wheat markets are supported by U.S. weather risk, though EU fundamentals remain bearish on strong supply, weak demand, and currency pressure. Upside is limited, with global strength unlikely to drive sustained EU gains. Maize markets are firming on Brazil weather risk and tighte...

FOB Prices and Freight Rates App (Updated 22 April)

WPI Grain Prices and Freight Rate App Note: you can also visit the app directly by clicking here. Supplemental Information The section below offers a concise view of the options available in the current version of the WPI FOB Price and Freight Rate app, along with a short “How To”...

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Weighing in on strategic realignment

WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.

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