Key Takeaways:
Russia’s diesel export ban is tightening global fuel supplies and increasing dependence on alternative exporters. Limited refining capacity and logistical constraints make diesel markets especially sensitive to supply disruptions. Diesel supply disruptions are more difficult to replace than crude oil disruptions, increasing the risk of prolonged market tightness. Higher diesel prices are increasing agricultural production, transportation, and grain marketing costs, adding pressure to already narrow farm margins. Ongoing geopolitical tensions in Russia and the Middle East are supporting elevated diesel prices.
Russia’s Diesel Export Ban Russia imposed a temporary ban on diesel exports on 8 July 2026, after a seri...
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”...
Russian Grain Markets: 12–16 October 2026 During the week in review, the Russian grain market began recovering after an extended decline driven largely by Black Sea logistics bottlenecks, a good crop and weaker global demand in traditional Russian markets. Russia is beginning to harvest c...
What You Need to Know Today: Corn and soybeans were under heavy selling pressure as weaker (or at least as-expected) export demand runs into an accelerating harvest pace with more grain available in the spot market. Corn and soybean harvest progress remains below average across the U.S., espec...
