Sunflower seeds: Current production estimates

September 19, 2019 at 8:52 AM , Der AUDITOR
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SOFIA: The Bulgarian Ministry of Agriculture has issued the prodcution estimates for this year. At the same time, the USDA has revised the prodcution estimated for the EU.

1.47 million metric tonnes have been harvested

Bulgaria is still mainly confronted with dry weather. Although rain has been forecasted, it will probably not provide sufficient water. Current estimates state that 1,47 million metric tonnes of sunflwoer seeds have been harvested so far. The final production estimates will be issued in a few weeks.

Stable prices for Bakery kernels

The prices for black in shells with 96% purity, have risen nominaly to EUR 286 EUR per metric tonne CPT Varna over the last few days. Market players report, t

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