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Oilseeds
May 20, 2020

Blue poppy seeds: new record crop in sight?

CHRUDIM. While spot prices on the Czech blue poppy market are easing, farmers and traders are still shying away from making offers for the new crop.
Nuts
May 20, 2020

Pistachios: buyers in EU prefer US pistachios

TEHRAN/SACRAMENTO. Subdued demand, difficult conditions and financial problems have prompted a 22% decline in exports in Iran between September 2019 and March 2020. Pistachio exports range as low as 85,000 metric tonnes. US shipments have also decreased sharply this season.
Oilseeds
May 20, 2020

Flaxseed: Russia has doubled exports to China

MOSCOW/OTTAWA. The expert estimates for the Russian sowing in 2020 do not correspond with previous expectations. Meanwhile, a rising price trend can be seen in the international flaxseed market.
Oilseeds
May 20, 2020

Pumpkin seeds: prices fall below last year's level

PEKING. The prices for Chinese pumpkin seeds in Grade A and Grade AA quality have rarely been as close to each other as they are this season. As a consequence, the price adjustments of the exporters have very different effects on the price level.
Oilseeds
May 19, 2020

Sesame seeds: exemptions for exports

NEW DELHI. The summer harvest is slowly picking up in India. Sesame seed production estimates remain optimistic.
Dried Fruit
May 19, 2020

Dried figs: export supplies are shrinking

AYDIN. Dried fig exports from Turkey are maintaining the lead over last year's volume, which is why market players expect prices to rise.
Dried Fruit
May 19, 2020

Dried apricots: rise in prices expected

MALATYA. In the Malatya region, the most important cultivation area for Turkish dried apricots, an inspection of the orchards is to provide information on the yield potential of this year's crop.
Dried Fruit
May 19, 2020

Sultanas: TMO urged to buy again

MANISA. The Aegean Dried Fruits and Products Exporters' Association reckons that the TMO's intervention purchases prevented a price collapse in the sultana market. In the new season, it is very well possible that the TMO will again act as buyer.
Spices
May 19, 2020

Saffron: illegal trafficking spells disaster

TEHRAN. Traders in Iran are outraged at the government’s inactivity in dealing with smugglers. They call for urgent action. Recent rains have, in addition, delayed the cultivation of the new crop.
Oils
May 18, 2020

Soybeans: COFKO dampens import expectations

CHICAGO. The US soybean market gained some ground again. Good results in the NOPA report and the US soybean export control system provided a boost to the market. The market was also supported by the renewed increase in demand for pork. China's soybean warehouses appear to be filling up more and more, so that imports there could collapse somewhat over the summer months. Argentina has massive logistical problems due to low water levels on the Parana River.
Nuts
May 18, 2020

Cashews: plus in exports due to cover purchases

HANOI/NEW DELHI. Despite declining prices, the Indian cashew market shows little trading activity, while demand from China for Vietnamese goods is increasing again.
Interviews
May 18, 2020

When hygiene becomes essential

SEEHEIM-JUGENHEIM. As the measures to contain the spread of the coronavirus are being eased throughout Europe caterers and food retailers need to adjust to new hygiene standars. Mundus Agri employee Carsten Megow has worked in food hygiene for twenty-five years. He shares his experiences and opinions.
Nuts
May 18, 2020

Almonds: prices continue to decline

MADRID/SACRAMENTO. In retrospect, the National Agricultural Statistics Service's subjective crop estimate for 2019 was much closer to the actual result of the almond crop than the objective estimate that hade been made later. If this is also the case in 2020, an enormous increase in yield can be expected.
Nuts
May 18, 2020

Desiccated coconuts: corona and typhoon cause further delays

MANILA. Due to the extension of the corona measures, the delivery delays for coconut products from the Philippines continue. In addition, a typhoon that has already reached the mainland could cause further damage.
Nuts
May 18, 2020

Hazelnuts: TMO sales provide temporary relief

ORDU. The TMO's final round of sales for the season has again prompted enquiries to exceed the volumes on offer. Nevertheless, the additional volumes are sufficient to...
AUDITOR Issues
May 15, 2020

Der AUDITOR Issue 19/2020

Enclosed you will find the link for the current issue of the raw material information service "Der AUDITOR".
Dairy Products
May 15, 2020

Butter: demand revives

FRANKFURT/BRUSSELS. With exports resuming and restrictions being eased for the catering sector, demand and prices have revived throughout the EU.
Nuts
May 15, 2020

Almonds: prices plummet

SACRAMENTO/MADRID. Almond prices have declined drastically. A trend that is set to continue.
Spices
May 14, 2020

Spice market update: cumin is of high quality

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and turmeric, chilli, black pepper and cardamom as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Oilseeds
May 14, 2020

Flaxseed: crop forecasts may be too optimistic

NUR-SULTAN/FRANKFURT. Regardless of the possible effects of the weather on the development of this year's crop, the experts at APK-Inform are reckoning that...
Oilseeds
May 14, 2020

Sunflower seeds: lack of demand causes pressure on prices

SOFIA. Unusually high temperatures and low rainfall cause poor preconditions for the development of the Bulgarian sunflower seed crop and therefore...
Oilseeds
May 13, 2020

Oilseeds update: price cuts to boost sales

FRANKFURT. Monitoring of the oilseed sector with day-to-day price comparisons.
Oilseeds
May 13, 2020

Pumpkin seeds: traders make drastic price adjustments

PEKING. The calm market situation caused some Chinese pumpkin seed traders to lower their prices significantly this week - with moderate success.
Oilseeds
May 13, 2020

Blue poppy seeds: no offers despite good crop forecasts

CHRUDIM. The evaluation of the blue poppy fields in the Czech Republic has put the market players in a positive mood. Nevertheless, farmers are very cautious with prices for the new crop.
Grains
May 13, 2020

WASDE report: wheat, corn, soy - all crops are increasing

WASHINGTON. The USDA announced the new forecasts for the old and upcoming world crops of wheat, corn and soybeans in the WASDE report.
Nuts
May 13, 2020

Almonds: shipments to Germany rise by 50%

SACRAMENTO. While US almond shipments declined in April, the production estimates for 2020 differ widely.
Oils
May 12, 2020

Soybeans: growing concern over slaughterhouse closures

CHICAGO. The US soybean market continued to grow. China continues to buy US soybeans. The WASDE report is eagerly awaited as it provides initial estimates of the new crop. The area sown for the US soybean crop is likely to be expanded by up to 10%, according to retailers. In Germany, the price trend for pork also caused the animal feed sector to get a little out of control. Westfleisch in Coesfeld will remain closed for the time being due to Covid-19.
Nuts
May 12, 2020

Walnuts: traders are grateful for tenders

SACRAMENTO. US in-shell production ranged at 590,000 metric tonnes in 2019/2020. The slump in demand...
Dried Fruit
May 12, 2020

Dried figs: market is relaxed

AYDIN. Dried fig exports from Turkey are currently running without problems. The export prices are also keeping on a stable level.
Dried Fruit
May 12, 2020

Dried apricots: market bustling with activities

MALATYA. The market has been bustling with activity over the last few weeks and sales are up. Small dried apricot sizes are trading higher in the export market.
Oilseeds
May 12, 2020

Sesame seeds: prices collapse

NEW DELHI. Indian farmers have started summer harvesting and the first sesame seed deliveries are slowly coming into the market. Until the beginning of June, the work in the fields should be in full swing.
Interviews
May 12, 2020

Coronavirus infections in German slaughterhouses serve as the perfect argument against meat consumption

BERLIN. With hundreds of migrant workers testing positive in several slaughterhouses in Germany the situation not only casts doubts on working conditions but has also prompted vegtarians to speak out against meat consumption..
Dried Fruit
May 12, 2020

Sultanas: good exports but few sales

MANISA. Exports continue at a high level, but new sales hardly take place. Overall the market is very quiet, especially compared to last week.
Dried Fruit
May 12, 2020

Raisins: volatile market

MALAYER. Ramadan and the impact of the measures to limit the spread of the coronavirus have left their mark on Iran’s raisin market. Prices are highly volatile.
Nuts
May 11, 2020

Almonds: good forecasts put prices for new crop under pressure

MADRID/SACRAMENTO. According to official figures from the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture...
Grains
May 11, 2020

Corn: China finally buys corn in the USA

PARIS. The corn market was slightly firmer in the USA, but remained virtually unchanged in Western Europe and the Black Sea. New corn purchases by China stimulated the market. The WASDE report is likely to show higher US corn inventories. US President Donald Trump announced that the US would buy dairy, meat and other products worth USD 3 billion to support US farmers. Rain improves corn growth conditions in Western Europe.
Dried Fruit
May 11, 2020

Dates: large warehouse supplies

TEHRAN. Since the outbreak of the coronavirus has largely coincided with the start of Ramadan, which normally drives up export demand, this year, the timing could hardly have been worse for Iran’s date market. Large volumes have been stored as farmers turn to the domestic market for buyers.
Nuts
May 11, 2020

Hazelnuts: TMO is sold out

ORDU. Production estimates should be issued inTurkey by early June. Meanwhile, the TMO has sold all volumes for May.
Dried Fruit
May 11, 2020

Dried figs: limited supplies due to pandemic

ESTHABAN. Iran’s dried fig production hub, Esthaban, has witnessed a marked rise in exports. Nevertheless, the coronavirus is taking its toll on the market.
Sugar
May 8, 2020

Sugar: Czech Republic about to buy German sugar?

FRANKFURT/PRAGUE. Market players are reporting a high oversupply of sugar, not least due to the corona crisis. Due to the closure of the gastronomy sector and the cancellation of events, both important consumption sectors for...
AUDITOR Issues
May 8, 2020

Der AUDITOR Issue 18/2020

Enclosed you will find the link for the current issue of the raw material information service "Der AUDITOR".
Spices
May 7, 2020

Spice market update: new tax on coriander seeds

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and turmeric, chilli, black pepper and cardamom as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Oilseeds
May 7, 2020

Sunflower seeds: first offers for the 2020 crop

SOFIA. The predicted rainfall has occurred and brought some relief to the dried-out growing regions in Bulgaria. Meanwhile, ADM has released the latest EU crop forecasts for 2020.
Grains
May 7, 2020

Wheat: trade association demands corona cheques

FRANKFURT. The wheat futures markets held on to the rising price trend, while the cash market largely ignored the price gains. Rain could cause the markets to cool down over the weekend, but that is not yet certain. Western Europe is heading for a smaller wheat crop. The German Retail Association (HDE) is demanding corona cheques from the state to revive the domestic economy.
Nuts
May 7, 2020

Pine nuts: exporters wait for raw nuts

PEKING/MOSCOW. Getting raw pine nuts from Russia continues to cause problems for Chinese suppliers. Solution approaches like...
Oilseeds
May 6, 2020

Pumpkin seeds: organic products exceed EU pesticide limits

PEKING. Market players report that a large quantity of Chinese organic pumpkin seeds exceeds the limits set by the EU and therefore may not be imported into EU countries. Buyers are also holding back with purchasing conventional goods.
Oilseeds
May 6, 2020

Blue poppy seeds: TMO might buy poppy seeds again in 2020

ANKARA/CHRUDIM. In Turkey, farmers have now completed their poppy seed sowing for the coming crop and market players see their expectations confirmed.
Nuts
May 6, 2020

Almonds: rise in acreage in Spain

MADRID/SACRAMENTO. As media in Spain report mild temperatures in February and March prompted an early start to flowering and the fruits are developming very well. AEOFRUSE, the Organisation of the Dried Fruit and Carob Bean Producers, estimates