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Black Sea Regional Analysis

Russian Grain Markets: 16–20 October 2023  As of 20 October, Russian farmers harvested grains and pulses from 44.6 Mha which is in line with last year (44.5 Mha), averaging 3.08 MT/ha versus 3.33 MT/ha, a record-breaking year in Russian history. Interestingly, Russia first reports the bunker weight which means grain harvested but not cleaned or graded and only later in the season updates the market with the real figure. Currently, statistics show 137.2 MMT of grains in bunker weight versus 148.1 MMT a year ago. Specifically harvested was:

Wheat: 28.5 Mha vs 29.1 Mha – averaging 3.26 MT/ha vs 3.59 MT/ha – producing 93.1 MMT vs 104.2 MMT Barley: 7.8 Mha vs 7.9 Mha – averaging 2.8 MT/ha vs 3.07 MT/ha –...

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May 26 Corn closed at $4.6725/bushel, up $0.0475 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Wheat closed at $6.1375/bushel, up $0.1525 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Soybeans closed at $12.2525/bushel, down $0.02 from yesterday's close.  May 26 Soymeal closed at $322.7/short ton, up $2.5 f...

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