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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Oct 27, 2026

Nuts: EU imports slow at record high

BRUSSELS. EU imports have maintained record values for nuts in the first three quarters of 2026. Spending is highest for pistachios and almonds. Hazelnuts have replaced cashews in the top three. Dynamics differ for walnuts, peanuts and pecans, pine nuts, macadamias and Brazil nuts and kola nuts.

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Oct 26, 2026

Cashews: competing for supplies

NEW DELHI/HO CHI MINH. In Tanzania, buyers are competing for supplies. Buyers are also still not too happy with the prices in Vietnam. Festive buying is complete in India.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Oct 6, 2026

Walnuts: production smaller than anticipated

SACRAMENTO. Harvesting is running early for walnuts in California. Production will be smaller than anticipated. Buying interest is encouraging in Spain and Italy.

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Oct 5, 2026

Peanuts: traders and buyers remain cautious

NEW DELHI/ATLANTA. In the US, peanut prices continue to rise as supplies tighten. In India, buyers are adopting a wait-and-see approach for the time being, given the favourable crop prospects. The reduction in import duties on edible oils is leading to adjustments.

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Oct 5, 2026

Cashews: prices start to move in Vietnam

NEW DELHI/HO CHI MINH. Demand is still surprisingly strong for cashews in India. Suppliers are not exactly happy with the way in which buyers are acting in Vietnam. Prices are on the move.

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Oct 1, 2026

Hazelnuts: market not behaving as expected

ORDU. Quality issues are giving rise to supply speculations for hazelnuts. Exporters are not too happy with the current demand situation. Market prices are still not living up to expectations.

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Sep 29, 2026

Desiccated coconuts: free trade agreement raises hopes

MANILA. International prices for desiccated coconuts remain stable, whilst domestic prices in the Philippines continue to rise. Meanwhile, the EU and the Philippines have reached a broad understanding regarding a free trade agreement.

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Sep 28, 2026

Peanuts: mixed crop prospects

NEW DELHI/DAKAR. In India, weak export demand and higher crop forecasts in several states are holding back the market; at the same time, production shortfalls in Gujarat are having the opposite effect. In Senegal, a new facility for local peanut processing is being built.

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Sep 28, 2026

Pecans: differing export trends

IRVING. August was a weak month for US pecans. Domestic demand fell sharply in 2025/2026. Shelled meat shipments are down. China is not responsible for the rise in in-shell exports.

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Sep 28, 2026

Cashews: confusing forecasts

NEW DELHI/DODOMA. Prospects are highly encouraging for cashews in Mozambique at present. Rather confusing estimates are circulating in Tanzania. Buying will change in India.

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Sep 24, 2026

Hazelnuts: on-site investigations to affect Ferrero

ORDU. With the incredibly large price gap between the TMO and the free market prevailing Turkey’s Ministry of Trade and the Competition Authority have launched on-site investigations. The TMO is experiencing quite a run. Quality is an issue for Ferrero.

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Sep 23, 2026

Macadamias: speculation over El Niño impact

VANCOUVER. El Niño may cause the prospects for macadamias to turn sour in 2027. Demand has finally kicked in.

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Sep 23, 2026

Walnuts: cautious estimate for new crop

SANTIAGO. For Chile, the USDA has earmarked the production estimate for the next walnut crop with a big question mark. Prospects are also not that encouraging for the next few years.

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