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Oilseeds
Oct 22, 2026

Sesame seeds: firmer prices in India

ISLAMABAD/NEW DELHI. In Pakistan, the 2026/2027 sesame seed crop is expected to be smaller than previously predicted. In India, strong domestic demand is keeping sesame seed prices firm.
Nuts
Oct 22, 2026

Chestnuts: good quality despite smaller nuts

ROME. The Italian chestnut crop is smaller than usual due to the summer drought, but the quality is excellent. Unusually high temperatures are affecting the ripening process and could extend the season. Germany’s imports for the 2025/26 season have risen significantly.
Dried Fruit
Oct 22, 2026

Prunes: China poses challenges for Chile

SANTIAGO. Plum trees in Chile are developing well, and the situation is more consistent than last year. China is posing new challenges for Chile.
Nuts
Oct 22, 2026

Hazelnuts: quality viewed as widespread problem

ORDU. Quality is a widespread problem for hazelnuts in Turkey. Prices are shifting. Exports could be better.
Nuts
Oct 22, 2026

Walnuts: attention turning to spring

SANTIAGO. According to ChileNut’s Monthly Shipment Report for September in-shell walnut exports dipped in the first six months of the season. Shelled walnut shipments flatlined. Spring holds quite a few challenges for growers.
Fruit and Vegetables
Oct 22, 2026

Peas: production down in Canada

OTTAWA. Carry-in supplies will cushion the production decline for peas in Canada. Global supplies are rather limited.
Fruit and Vegetables
Oct 22, 2026

Lentils: much smaller crop in Canada

OTTAWA. Production has declined sharply in Canada. Fortunately, carry-in supplies will provide a cushion. Internationally, the situation is quite different for red and green lentils.
Oilseeds
Oct 22, 2026

Sunflower seeds: strong market performance

SOFIA/BRUSSELS. Logistical challenges are driving up prices. Turkey is increasing imports from the EU. Kazakh sunflower seeds are under pressure from a record crop in Russia.
Oilseeds
Oct 21, 2026

Pumpkin seeds: commercial cultivation in Ukraine on the rise

DALIAN/KYIV. The smaller Chinese shine skin crop is driving up the pumpkin seed market; EU-compliant produce in particular is in short supply. Rising production and logistics costs are adding to the pressure on prices. In Ukraine, commercial pumpkin cultivation is gaining in importance, but drought and a lack of storage capacity are holding back development.
Nuts
Oct 21, 2026

Walnuts: sharp rise in US exports

FOLSOM. Judging by California Walnuts' Shipment Report for September exports surged in the first month of the new season. Yet, the picture is a bit more mixed for domestic shipments.
Nuts
Oct 20, 2026

Desiccated coconuts: copra prices remain under pressure

MANILA. Export prices for desiccated coconuts have been defying fluctuations in the commodities market for months. Copra prices, by contrast, have fallen significantly once again. Whilst international coconut oil prices remain stable, quotations in the Philippines are falling.
Dried Fruit
Oct 20, 2026

Dried figs: issues with ochratoxin despite analyses

AYDIN. In Aydın, fig growers are complaining about low prices. Exporters remain cautious. The problem of elevated mycotoxin levels persists.
Dried Fruit
Oct 20, 2026

Sultanas: farmers’ protests in Sarıgöl

MANISA. Farmers in Sarıgöl voiced their discontent through protests. Prices remain at their current level. Exports continue to perform well.
Dried Fruit
Oct 20, 2026

Dried apricots: demand remains subdued

MALATYA. Turkish dried apricot exports are significantly higher than last year’s levels, whilst demand remains weak. Growers are nevertheless holding firm on their prices. Further export increases are expected in the coming months.
Nuts
Oct 20, 2026

Pistachios: challenging market situation

FRESNO. US exports have started the new season with a record for pistachios. Demand is on the rise in Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Yet, the market situation is difficult.
Oilseeds
Oct 20, 2026

Blue poppy seeds: crop estimates could be revised downwards

OLOMOUC. Unofficial estimates suggest a significantly smaller poppy seed crop. This is due to the extremely low yields in some regions. Prices are driven by demand.
Pulses
Oct 19, 2026

Chickpeas: imports to India to become more expensive

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA. Australian chickpeas are becoming more expensive, driving up import costs in India; the latter could respond by cutting customs duties. In Canada, high stock levels are holding back trade.
Nuts
Oct 19, 2026

Almonds: record exports at mid-season

CANBERRA. The first half of the Australian almond season has been a mixed bag. Heavy rainfall at the start of the year has hampered the harvest. At the same time, almond exports reached a new record in August 2026.
Nuts
Oct 19, 2026

Peanuts: price rise due to speculative buying

NEW DELHI. Prices for Indian peanuts have risen significantly recently; however, market experts view the rise with scepticism and expect further fluctuations. Developments in the edible oils market are also playing a role.
Nuts
Oct 19, 2026

Cashews: buying starts to shift in Vietnam

NEW DELHI/HO CHI MINH. Mozambique’s reference price for raw cashew nuts stands 7% higher than last year. Demand is starting to shift in Vietnam. Expectation is that last-minute orders will save the day in India.
AUDITOR Issues
Oct 16, 2026

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Spices
Oct 16, 2026

Spice market update: chilli farmers struggle with drought

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and chilli, black pepper, cardamom and fenugreek as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Nuts
Oct 15, 2026

Hazelnuts: TMO to hold back raw materials

ORDU. Growers still prefer selling to the TMO because of the better prices. Overall, however, raw material sales remain sluggish. Ferrero will soon start buying in-shell hazelnuts.
Oilseeds
Oct 15, 2026

Sesame seeds: concerns over production shortfalls

NEW DELHI/BRUSSELS. The sesame seed harvest is underway in India. Prices, however, continue to rise. Uncertainty regarding production is shaping the market.
Nuts
Oct 15, 2026

Almonds: earlier start to the harvest in California

SACRAMENTO. As with many other agricultural products, this year’s almond harvest in California began earlier than usual. Exports are going very well and reached a five-year high in September.
Oilseeds
Oct 14, 2026

Sunflower seeds: good crops put pressure on prices

WASHINGTON, D.C./SOFIA. In the latest WASDE report, global production estimates for sunflower seeds remain positive. Prices are coming under pressure. Moldova could increase its imports from Ukraine.
Nuts
Oct 14, 2026

Chestnuts: good quality and stable prices

ATHENS/BRUSSELS. The Greek chestnut crop is roughly the same size as last year, whilst the proportion of smaller nuts is rising. Wholesale prices are at last year’s levels. The EU has significantly increased its imports.
Nuts
Oct 13, 2026

Desiccated coconuts: between price declines and supply risks

MANILA. Export quotations for desiccated coconuts remain stable, while coconut oil and copra are becoming cheaper. El Niño is increasing the risk to supply in the coming year. Furthermore, bottlenecks in container transport are hampering Philippine exports.
Dried Fruit
Oct 13, 2026

Dried figs: TARİŞ announces purchase prices

AYDIN. The TARİŞ Fig Cooperative has announced its purchase prices for the 2026/2027 season. Growers have mixed feelings about the offers. Export prices for organic figs are also available now.
Dried Fruit
Oct 13, 2026

Dried apricots: stable prices despite rising demand

MALATYA. Prices for Turkish dried apricots remain stable, whilst demand is picking up slightly. Exports of the new crop are significantly higher than last year’s levels. In Malatya, the cultivation of almonds is intended to reduce dependence on apricots and create additional sources of income.
Dried Fruit
Oct 13, 2026

Sultanas: exports up by almost 50%

MANISA. The Turkish sultana market is characterised by brisk trading activity and strong buying interest. Exports are above last year's level. This coming weekend, many exporters will be heading to the SIAL food fair in Paris.
Oilseeds
Oct 13, 2026

Mustard seeds: positive outlook for the season

OTTAWA/BRUSSELS. Higher yields and an increase in acreage are set to lead to a significant rise in the availability of mustard seeds on the Canadian market during the 2026/2027 season. Prices are expected to fall. EU countries have increased their imports of mustard seeds from Canada by a good 5% since the beginning of July.
Oilseeds
Oct 12, 2026

Flaxseed: higher total stocks in Canada

OTTAWA/BRUSSELS. Higher imports and lower exports could mean that, this season, the supply of flaxseed on the Canadian market will exceed last year’s figure despite a lower production volume. EU countries have increased their imports from Canada by 238% since July.
Pulses
Oct 12, 2026

Chickpeas: sellers take advantage of price rises

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA. Prices for Indian chickpeas are continuing their upward trend, as a smaller crop and brisk exports are supporting the market. In Canada, too, production is significantly lower than in the 2025/26 season.
Nuts
Oct 12, 2026

Peanuts: high supplies put pressure on prices

NEW DELHI. Prices for Indian peanuts have fallen recently. Export demand remains subdued at present, but a recovery is expected during the winter months.
Oilseeds
Oct 12, 2026

Flaxseed: larger acreage, lower yields

ASTANA. Kazakhstan ended the 2025/2026 season with record exports. While the crop has not quite met expectations, the outlook for the 2026/2027 season remains positive. Shipments are facing logistical challenges. Russia’s flaxseed production is below last year’s figure.
Nuts
Oct 9, 2026

Cashews: gearing up for El Niño and festivals

NEW DELHI/DODOMA. El Niño has prompted the season to start earlier than usual in Tanzania. In India, the market is getting ready for the next festival season.
AUDITOR Issues
Oct 9, 2026

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Grains
Oct 9, 2026

Grains and oilseeds: disruptions, attacks and high oil prices

BRUSSELS. Wheat exports are still largely disrupted in the Black Sea. Corn is under attack. Soybean crushing capacities have risen in the US and in Brazil. Oil is driving rapeseed.
Nuts
Oct 9, 2026

Pistachios: reliable crop estimate lacking

GAZIANTEP. Reliable crop estimates are lacking for pistachios in Turkey. Quality is an issue. Farmers are far from happy with the current price developments.
Spices
Oct 9, 2026

Spice market update: limited cardamom supplies

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and chilli, black pepper, cardamom and fenugreek as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Oilseeds
Oct 8, 2026

Sesame seeds: prices in India continue to rise

NEW DELHI/SUCRE. Sesame farmers in India have begun harvesting. Uncertainties regarding the yield and quality of the crop are driving prices up. Paraguay and Bolivia exported less sesame seeds between January and July this year.
Nuts
Oct 8, 2026

China: high market potential for nuts

BEIJING. As the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service’s Tree Nuts Annual for China highlights, the country will remain one of the world’s leading markets for tree nuts. Changing consumer habits offer new market potentials amid a challenging trading environment and high costs. Expanding domestic production and economic challenges will, however, restrain the import demand for most US tree nuts in MY 2026/2027, with the noted exception of almonds.
Nuts
Oct 8, 2026

Hazelnuts: TMO and Ferrero reject large volumes

ORDU. In Turkey, the wide gap between free market prices and the TMO for hazelnuts is still giving rise to questions. The TMO and Ferrero have rejected large volumes. Demand is also an issue.
Company News
Oct 7, 2026

Raisins South Africa: Know your raisins, know their origin

UPINGTON. How South Africa is building buyer confidence through traceability, production intelligence and responsible production.
Oilseeds
Oct 7, 2026

Blue poppy seeds: new crop down by 5%

PRAGUE/BRUSSELS. The Czech Republic’s poppy seed crop cannot match last year’s figures. Strong demand is supporting prices. Germany increased its imports from the Czech Republic by 8% in the 2025/2026 season.
Nuts
Oct 7, 2026

Desiccated coconuts: El Niño threatens 2027 crop

MANILA/HANOI. Prices for desiccated coconuts in the Philippines remain stable, whilst coconut oil is once again becoming cheaper on the international market. El Niño could have a significant impact on the supply of coconut products and, consequently, on prices in 2027. Vietnam’s coconut exports to the US rose significantly year-on-year.
Oilseeds
Oct 6, 2026

Pumpkin seeds: rain complicates drying process

DALIAN. Demand for Chinese pumpkin seeds has picked up again recently. A smaller crop and difficulties with drying are likely to further reduce supply. Prices are showing a firming trend, particularly for high-quality goods.
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