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Nuts
Nov 12, 2026

Walnuts: Moldova expects stable crop

CHIȘINĂU. Moldova is strengthening its position in the European walnut market. Germany is one of its most important export markets. The crop is expected to be similar to last year’s.
Nuts
Nov 12, 2026

Macadamias: concerns over El Niño and possible US tariffs

VANCOUVER/REUS. New International Nut and Dried Fruit Council estimates show that macadamia nut production has witnessed some disruptions. US tariffs may apply for South Africa. El Niño spells disaster for the 2027 crop.
Nuts
Nov 12, 2026

Almonds: Australia achieves new record crop

CANBERRA. Australia is once again recording strong almond exports this season. This trend is being driven by the new record crop, which has now been confirmed.
Fruit and Vegetables
Nov 12, 2026

Peas and lentils: strong export performance

OTTAWA. The Canadian pea market remains largely stable, while maple peas are still difficult to sell. As for lentils, the expected large Australian crop is likely to weigh on prices. Exports of both products have improved compared with 2025.
Nuts
Nov 12, 2026

Hazelnuts: Ferrero in midst of blame game

ORDU. In the blame game on why the TMO and free-market prices diverge so much Ferrero is subject to two investigations. One investigation is a hoax. Liquidity and quality issues are driving the market. The TMO intends to purchase 240,000 mt.
Oilseeds
Nov 12, 2026

Sunflower seeds: mixed price trends

WASHINGTON, D.C./DALIAN. The USDA has once again made a slight downward revision to its global forecast for the 2026/2027 sunflower seed crop. In Ukraine, the harvest will soon be complete. The new crop is available on the Chinese market.
Nuts
Nov 11, 2026

Macadamias: significantly higher supply

CAPE TOWN/CANBERRA. The crop in South Africa, Australia and Kenya is expected to be significantly larger in 2026. Whilst tight stocks and the limited availability of whole kernels are initially supporting prices, the increasing crop volume could lead to price declines, particularly for lower-grade kernels. EU imports have risen slightly.
Oilseeds
Nov 11, 2026

Flaxseed: crop adjustments and logistical hurdles

ASTANA. Flaxseed shipments from Kazakhstan are facing logistical constraints. This is having an impact on prices. Russia’s crop is smaller than previously expected.
Nuts
Nov 11, 2026

Walnuts: Asia overtakes Europe

FOLSOM. For US walnuts the first two months of the season market opposing trends. Germany is switching to in-shell walnuts. Asia has overtaken Europe as the leading buyer for kernels.
Nuts
Nov 10, 2026

Desiccated coconuts: stable export prices despite rising costs

MANILA. Whilst international export quotations for desiccated coconuts remain unchanged, domestic prices in the Philippines continue to rise. Coconut oil prices have also increased. At the same time, the industry is paying closer attention to potential weather risks for 2027.
Dried Fruit
Nov 10, 2026

Dried figs: EU rejects shipments due to ochratoxin

AYDIN. In recent weeks, EU countries have rejected 16 shipments of dried figs from Turkey due to elevated ochratoxin levels. Price reductions are not expected for the time being.
Dried Fruit
Nov 10, 2026

Sultanas: light-coloured varieties are becoming scarce

MANISA. Supplies of Type 10 and Type 11 sultanas are slowly running low on the open market. This is also having an impact on commodity prices. Exports are going well.
Dried Fruit
Nov 10, 2026

Dried apricots: TMO considers intervention

MALATYA. Turkish apricot growers are sticking to their asking prices despite subdued demand. The TMO is keeping a close eye on the possibility of market intervention should prices continue to fall. Turkish exports remain well above last year’s levels.
Nuts
Nov 10, 2026

Almonds: good exports and record crop

MADRID. Spain’s exports kicked off with a clear rise for almonds in the current season. Sweet almond kernels are the main driver. Production has reached a record high in 2026/2027.
Oilseeds
Nov 9, 2026

Flaxseed: logistical challenges despite good crops

ASTANA/OTTAWA. Although there is no supply shortage on the international flaxseed market this year, high transport costs and logistical constraints are driving up prices.
Pulses
Nov 9, 2026

Chickpeas: market remains tense

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA. In India, crop failures are supporting price expectations, whilst demand in Delhi is weakening. Exporters are buying actively in Madhya Pradesh. In Canada, the market remains calm with sufficient supplies.
Nuts
Nov 9, 2026

Peanuts: fierce international competition

NEW DELHI. The extensive peanut deliveries in India are increasing supply pressure, whilst stockists are counting on a smaller crop in Gujarat and Rajasthan. At the same time, high global supply and growing competition from other vegetable oils are creating additional pressure.
Nuts
Nov 9, 2026

Cashews: heavy rains forecast

NEW DELHI/DODOMA. With the Indian market still mainly closed for Diwali the shipping spree for cashews has come to an end. Heavy rains may become a problem in Tanzania.
AUDITOR Issues
Nov 6, 2026

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Spices
Nov 5, 2026

Spice market update: prices to change direction

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
Nov 5, 2026

Blue poppy seeds: downturn in production

PRAGUE. Production has declined for poppy seeds in the Czech Republic. Demand and quality will prove decisive for blue poppy seeds.
Nuts
Nov 5, 2026

Hazelnuts: competing for supplies

ORDU. Ferrero is still buying with quality issues presenting major challenges for exporters. The TMO’s approach is also not exactly helpful. Logistics are another problem. Exports are only starting to recover slowly with Ferrero as main driver.
Oilseeds
Nov 5, 2026

Sesame seeds: losing market shares

NEW DELHI. Market activities will be slow to pick up again for sesame seeds after Diwali in India. Sudan's new crop has arrived. India has lost market shares in the US.
Organic Commodities
Nov 4, 2026

Chia seeds: organic supplies problematic in Europe

ASUNCIÓN. Europe's high quality standards will limit supplies of organic chia seeds.
Nuts
Nov 4, 2026

Pecans: slow start to new season

IRVING. US pecan exports have witnessed a slow start to the season. Crop receipts are also down.
Oilseeds
Nov 4, 2026

Sunflower seeds: unprofitable prices

KYIV/BRUSSELS. Only minor EU crop estimate revisions took place for sunflower seeds in October. Production has taken completely different turns in individual EU member states. In Ukraine, prices are not profitable enough for all farmers to complete harvesting.
Oils
Nov 3, 2026

Olive oil: difficult trading environment

ANKARA. Only preliminary production estimates are available for olives and olive oil in the main producing countries. Turkey has lost extensive market shares in recent years and is calling on the US and the EU to lift restrictions. Trading has become rather difficult.
Dried Fruit
Nov 3, 2026

Dried figs: ochratoxin is the big problem for exporters

AYDIN. Ochratoxin is a big problem this season. Growers are far from happy with the current market prices for dried figs. Weekly exports are down.
Dried Fruit
Nov 3, 2026

Sultanas: an absolute nightmare

MANISA. For growers, the harvest campaign is an absolute nightmare in Manisa. Producers prefer to sell dried grapes to the TMO. Weekly exports have slowed.
Dried Fruit
Nov 3, 2026

Dried apricots: Ramadan drives demand

MALATYA. Ramdan is the main driver for demand for dried apricots in Turkey. Prices will shift.
Oilseeds
Nov 2, 2026

Pumpkin seeds: differing prices

DALIAN. Market conditions for pumpkin seeds are rather challenging in China this season. Exports have shifted quite a bit.
Oilseeds
Nov 2, 2026

Soybeans: Russia forces China to adopt different strategy

DALIAN. Prices are unusually high for soybeans in China. Exports have become a safety valve. Japan and South Korea are driving demand. Russia is shaping domestic production.
Pulses
Nov 2, 2026

Chickpeas: dry weather problematic for sowing

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA. Sowing is progressing much slower than last year for chickpeas in India. Canada is closely monitoring the situation in Asia and Australia.
Nuts
Nov 2, 2026

Peanuts: quality is decisive

NEW DELHI. Arrivals are picking up in India with farmers urged to refrain from selling too many peanuts. Quality is becoming more decisive in the international market.
Nuts
Nov 2, 2026

Cashews: far from satisfying market situation

NEW DELHI/HO CHI MINH. Weather conditions are good for cashews in Mozambique. Processors in Vietnam are not keen to purchase raw cashew nuts. They are not exactly satisfied with the current market situation. Vietnam’s kernel exports are relatively firm on last year. US imports have surged. Last-minute shopping is underway in India.
AUDITOR Issues
Oct 30, 2026

The AUDITOR Issue 40/2026

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Grains
Oct 30, 2026

Grains and oilseeds: bearish sentiments

BRUSSELS. Market sentiments are rather bearish for wheat. EU corn imports are 35% up. China is buying large volumes of soybeasns, despite unattractive margins. Canola is under pressure.
Spices
Oct 30, 2026

Spice market update: Diwali drives up demand

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 30, 2026

Sesame seeds: crop prospects remain bleak

NEW DELHI. India’s kharif harvest yields a significantly smaller sesame seed crop. The market remains tense. Prices are on the rise.
Nuts
Oct 29, 2026

Hazelnuts: Ferrero with surprising buying conditions

ORDU. Ferrero’s buying conditions for hazelnuts have taken the market by surprise. Quality and liquidity issues prevail.
Oilseeds
Oct 28, 2026

Sunflower seeds: good sowing progress in Argentina

KYIV/BUENOS AIRES. Higher yields are leading to a positive crop outlook in Ukraine. Exports rose in October. In Argentina, sowing for the 2026/2027 crop is progressing rapidly.
Spices
Oct 28, 2026

Ginger: Peru faces export challenges

LIMA/BRUSSELS. Peru’s ginger exports are suffering from declining prices and restricted access to the EU market. In India and Nigeria, support schemes are set to expand cultivation and export opportunities. Ghana is increasingly relying on imports due to tight supplies. EU imports are also on the rise.
Grains
Oct 28, 2026

Millet: yields in Ukraine up by a third

KYIV/DALIAN. The millet crop in Ukraine is recording significantly higher yields than last year. The Chinese market is showing a cautious response. Shipments to the EU from third countries have fallen by 40%.
Grains
Oct 28, 2026

Buckwheat: significant production decline in Ukraine

KYIV/DALIAN. So far this year, Ukraine has harvested 28% less buckwheat than at this time last year. Other countries are also reporting lower crops. Meanwhile, EU countries have increased their imports by 10%.
Dried Fruit
Oct 27, 2026

Dried figs: exporters are at a loss

AYDIN. Exporters are plagued by concerns over the heavy financial burden caused by mycotoxins. The dried fig market remains quiet. Weekly exports are above last year’s levels.
Nuts
Oct 27, 2026

Desiccated coconuts: mixed picture for the export market

MANILA. Export prices for Philippine desiccated coconuts have remained unchanged for months. For coconut oil and copra, however, the downward trend continues. Rising freight costs could change the situation for European importers.
Dried Fruit
Oct 27, 2026

Sultanas: high supply dampens buying interest

MANISA. Turkish dried fruit suppliers have come away from the SIAL trade fair feeling disillusioned. The market has stabilised. There is a lack of export demand for table grapes.
Dried Fruit
Oct 27, 2026

Dried apricots: commodity prices decline slightly

MALATYA. Prices for Turkish dried apricots are falling slightly due to weak demand. At the same time, exports are significantly higher than last year’s levels, whilst average export prices have decreased.
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