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Dried Fruit
Oct 1, 2024

Dried apricots: confusing prices

MALATYA. Buyers are totally confused by the wide price gaps persisting for dried apricots in Turkey. Domestic demand is driving the market for big-sized fruits. Rebuilding is still underway in Malatya, which greatly suffered from last year’s devastating earthquakes.
Dried Fruit
Oct 1, 2024

Sultanas: differing expectations

MANISA. Low prices have prompted many growers to dry their grapes rather than selling them fresh. While growers reckon the prices will rise, buyers expect the opposite.
Nuts
Sep 30, 2024

Peanuts: waiting for arrivals to pick up

NEW DELHI/BUENOS AIRES. Trading dynamics may change overnight in India. Risk is that speculators will try to drive up prices in China. US shellers need to assess how much they can handle. Suppliers in Argentina are casting a nervous look on US prices.
Nuts
Sep 30, 2024

Pecans: demand to outstrip supply?

TORREÓN. With harvesting complete in the Southern Hemisphere and underway in the US and in Mexico first estimates as to the global supply and demand situation for pecans in 2024/2025 are circulating.
Pulses
Sep 30, 2024

Chickpeas: caution advised

NEW DELHI. Large price gaps persist for chickpeas in India. Some stockists and traders have also thrown caution to the wind.
AUDITOR Issues
Sep 27, 2024

The AUDITOR Issue 34/2024

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Grains
Sep 27, 2024

Grains and oilseeds: mysterious upsurge in EU demand

BRUSSELS. Dry weather conditions have delayed sowing for wheat in Ukraine and in Russia. Demand for corn has surged in Spain. Much to the detriment of US suppliers China has turned to Brazil for soybeans. Eastern European rapeseed does not stand a chance against the attractive rates prevailing for canola in Canada.
Spices
Sep 27, 2024

Spice market update: chilli prices are declining

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and chilli, black pepper and cardamom as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Oilseeds
Sep 26, 2024

Flaxseed: possible production increase in Kazakhstan

OTTAWA/ASTANA. The forecasts for the Canadian flaxseed crop have once again been revised slightly downwards. However, hopes for a successful export season remain high. In Kazakhstan, the harvest is now almost complete and growers are expecting a significantly better result than last year.
Oilseeds
Sep 26, 2024

Sesame seeds: new crop available from mid-October

NEW DELHI/ISLAMABAD. The sesame seed harvest in India is starting these days and the first shipments should take place in mid-October. Growers in Pakistan have also already completed the majority of their harvest.
Nuts
Sep 25, 2024

Desiccated coconuts: buyers tend to panic buy

MANILA/JAKARTA. Torrential rains and flooding in the major coconut-growing countries continue to be a problem in the international coconut market. Dwindling stocks in the western spot markets are causing buyers to panic buy.
Oilseeds
Sep 25, 2024

Sunflower seeds: Coceral publishes crop corrections

SOFIA/KYIV. Even if the results this year are disappointing, at least the harvesting process itself is progressing well in n both Russia and Ukraine. Meanwhile, the experts at Coceral have updated their forecast for the EU crop.
Nuts
Sep 25, 2024

Macadamias: important decisions for Kenya's exports

NAIROBI. In Kenya, developments regarding macadamia exports are taking an interesting turn and important decisions need to be made. Meanwhile, Germany's imports have increased significantly.
Spices
Sep 25, 2024

Saffron: not all news is bad news

TEHRAN. Smuggling and trade barriers dominate headlines concerning saffron in Iran. Yet not all news is bad news. Expectations are rather upbeat for this year’s crop.
Oilseeds
Sep 25, 2024

Blue poppy seeds: higher availability in autumn

CHRUDIM. The Czech poppy seed market is satisfied with the production result. Further price declines are expected in the coming weeks.
Oilseeds
Sep 24, 2024

Pumpkin seeds: high demand for organic goods

DALIAN. The harvest of conventional pumpkin seeds is coming to an end in China, while organic goods are still being harvested until the end of October. Buyers are currently holding back, as prices are in a downward spiral and will continue to decline.
Dried Fruit
Sep 24, 2024

Dried figs: new export season starts this week

AYDIN. The starting signal for the 2024/2025 export season will be given this week. However, market players expect exports to get off to a slow start.
Dried Fruit
Sep 24, 2024

Sultanas: TMO remains silent

MANISA. Low purchase prices in the alcohol industry are prompting growers to dry their fresh grapes. Meanwhile, sultana producers are still waiting in vain for a statement from the TMO.
Nuts
Sep 24, 2024

Pistachios: record US shipments

FRESNO/TEHRAN. Shipments have broken all records for pistachios in the US. India will be a key player in the international market and crop damages are anticipated in Iran.
Dried Fruit
Sep 24, 2024

Dried apricots: excellent export figures

MALATYA. The demand for dried apricots and apricot kernels from Malatya is currently very high and the export season has got off to a promising start. A shortage of labour is still a problem in the province.
Nuts
Sep 23, 2024

Peanuts: tariff increases make an impact

NEW DELHI/BRASÍLIA. The increase in tariffs on edible oil imports is having a noticeable impact on the Indian peanut market. Little is currently happening in China, while the acreage in Brazil is being expanded.
Pulses
Sep 23, 2024

Chickpeas: Canada awaits crop results

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA. Now that the harvest in Canada has been completed, the market is eagerly awaiting the crop volume and quality of this year's chickpeas. In India, prices have continued to rise; this could soon come to an end.
AUDITOR Issues
Sep 20, 2024

The AUDITOR Issue 33/2024

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Dairy Products
Sep 20, 2024

Butter: low supplies drive EU market

KEMPTEN/BRUSSELS. Fresh butter is in short supply in Germany. EU quotations have skyrocketed. EU exports are, however, doing quite well.
Spices
Sep 20, 2024

Spice market update: pepper crop is growing well

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and chilli, black pepper and cardamom as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Oilseeds
Sep 19, 2024

Flaxseed: EU has increased imports from Canada 18-fold

OTTAWA/ASTANA. The high import duties on Russian flaxseed are having a greater impact on EU imports from week to week. Other origins are currently benefiting greatly from this.
Pulses
Sep 19, 2024

Chickpeas: EU reduces buying

BRUSSELS/MERSIN. EU imports have slumped for chickpeas in 2024/2025. Turkey increased production this year, but inflation is a problem.
Oilseeds
Sep 19, 2024

Sesame seeds: India's exports up by 8%

NEW DELHI/ISLAMABAD. Smaller acreages and high freight costs make it difficult for Indian sesame seed traders to keep up with other producing countries. At the same time, India has recorded growing exports this year.
Nuts
Sep 19, 2024

Almonds: Australia sets new records

CANBERRA. Good demand from China and a high-yield crop have enabled Australian almond exporters to enjoy a successful season. In contrast, other buyer countries are recording significantly lower imports.
Nuts
Sep 18, 2024

Walnuts: rains bring relief in Moldova

CHISINAU/KYIV. The rains in Moldova are ensuring that the harvest starts on time and that growers can expect good quality. There is a slight decline in production in Ukraine.
Oilseeds
Sep 18, 2024

Sunflower seeds: downward revisions to global crop forecasts

SOFIA/KYIV. In the WASDE report published last week, the US Department of Agriculture adjusted its forecasts for global sunflower seed crops. As expected, the estimates for the EU and Ukraine were revised downwards.
Dried Fruit
Sep 18, 2024

WorldFood Istanbul: mixed impressions

ISTANBUL. Held on 3-6 September 2024 the 32nd WorldFood Istanbul aimed to strengthen Turkey’s position as a leading and innovative food producer. While discussions covered a wide range of topics from export opportunities, over health and the environment to artificial intelligence, visitor numbers were a bit disappointing. Industry representatives also highlighted the fact that the price fluctuations in Turkey are complicating negotiations between suppliers and buyers this season.
Oils
Sep 18, 2024

Olive oil: export restrictions lifted

IZMIR. The Turkish olive oil sector can breathe a sigh of relief. With the prospect of a global increase in production, the restrictions on Turkish olive oil exports have been lifted ahead of schedule.
Nuts
Sep 18, 2024

Cashews: big plans in Cambodia

PHNOM PENH. Cambodia is the second largest exporter of raw cashew nuts, but is barely able to process the raw nuts itself. This is now set to change with a new programme planned by the government.
Dried Fruit
Sep 18, 2024

Dried cranberries: harvest to start soon

QUÉBEC. Canada's cranberry crop is in relatively good condition, with lower yields expected only in organically farmed areas. Meanwhile, growers are taking measures to protect the fruit from the autumn frosts.
Dried Fruit
Sep 17, 2024

Dried figs: the countdown is on

AYDIN. With the official start of the season just a few days away and the steady rise in commodity prices, the Turkish dried fig market is rather quiet. The current season will see significantly lower export figures than 2022/2023.
Dried Fruit
Sep 17, 2024

Sultanas: new crop shows wide range of colours

MANISA. The onset of rainfall during the harvest period has had a noticeable effect on the colour of the sultanas. Most growers have now completed their harvest.
Dried Fruit
Sep 17, 2024

Dried apricots: TMO prices are too low

MALATYA. Apricot farmers in Turkey say that the base prices announced by the TMO are far too low in view of rising production costs. The financial situation remains tense, which is why exporters are not buying larger quantities.
Dried Fruit
Sep 17, 2024

Dates: 30% decline in production?

TEHRAN. Suppliers are hitting the alarm bells in Iran. Some claim that this year’s crop size will be 30% smaller for dates.
Nuts
Sep 16, 2024

Peanuts: tariffs become a challenge

NEW DELHI/ATLANTA. In India, peanut growers are protesting against the lifting of import duties on vegetable oils, as they are already struggling with the low prices. In the USA, much depends on the outcome of the upcoming election, as tariffs could be imposed for the EU and China.
Pulses
Sep 16, 2024

Chickpeas: traders seize their opportunities

NEW DELHI/OTTAWA. Prices in India continue to rise and sellers are now increasingly releasing their goods for sale to take advantage of the situation. There are some positive developments in Canada.
Nuts
Sep 16, 2024

Almonds: difficult transition

SACRAMENTO. Supplies are relatively tight for US almonds in the transition period. This has impacted exports. With arrivals picking up the situation should, however, change.
AUDITOR Issues
Sep 13, 2024

The AUDITOR Issue 32/2024

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Oilseeds
Sep 12, 2024

Flaxseed: mixed start to the season

OTTAWA/ASTANA. With the gradual increase in tariffs on imports of Russian flaxseed into the EU, buyers are looking for alternative suppliers. Canadian traders, meanwhile, are worried about their relations with China.
Spices
Sep 12, 2024

Spice market update: cardamom growers report severe crop damage

GUJARAT. Weekly monitoring with the latest market information from India on cumin, coriander and chilli, black pepper and cardamom as well as a price list for more than 70 products.
Oilseeds
Sep 12, 2024

Sesame seeds: unfavourable weather conditions in India and China

NEW DELHI/BEIJING. In addition to smaller acreages, heavy rainfall in some Indian cultivation regions has impaired production results. Massive yield losses are also expected in China.
Fruit and Vegetables
Sep 11, 2024

Pulses: growers must recognise potential

ANKARA. Turkey wants to increase its relevance in the growing market for pulses. The cultivation of red lentils in particular is to be made more attractive for farmers through promotional measures.
Oilseeds
Sep 11, 2024

Sunflower seeds: yield decline in Ukraine

KYIV/SOFIA. With each passing week, market players' concerns about declining yields are being confirmed. In Ukraine, the harvest has progressed significantly further than last year.