Regional News Morocco is rumored to be suspending its import duty on soft wheat starting 1 November to ensure sufficient domestic supply and maintain low consumer prices. Morocco currently applies a 135 percent import tariff to protect its domestic producers, though traders say domestic production cannot satisfy the country’s use. The Moroccan government has not yet confirmed the news. Ukraine’s grain exports are up 14 percent YTD at 10.8 MMT, which includes 6.2 MMT of wheat, 3 MMT of barley, and 1.5 MMT of corn. The country’s 2021/22 total grain export program is forecast at 60.7 MMT, up from 44.7 MMT last year. Milling Wheat World wheat markets are mixed to start the week with eastern Europe and Black Sea...
What You Need to Know Today: Crude oil prices extended their rally today, supported by several developments, including escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian oil infrastructure and growing concerns about supply disruptions. The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to remove 50 perc...
Regional News Dry weather across the UK and Europe is becoming increasingly concerning for the 2027 crops as planting intentions are lowered amid dry soil conditions. Delayed sowing or establishment under adverse conditions could leave crops more vulnerable to frost/freeze events and dise...
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