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Pumpkin seed kernels: Record-breaking low prices

March 7, 2017 at 9:05 AM , Der AUDITOR
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DALIAN. The prices are so low in China that market participants hardly dare to speculate on further price drops.

 The suppliers are currently competing with cheap offers to attract buyers. The prices are so low that they are almost terrified of further price drops.

Pumpkin seed kernels, China

type

USD/mt

GWS, Grade A

1,900

GWS, Grade AA

2,215

Shine Skin, Grade A

1,800

Shine Skin, Grade AA

2,100

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Buyers want to profit

Although contracts for prompt deliveries are hardly entered, the demand is there for long-term contracts running until the end of August. It is expected that the currently low price levels will result in a smaller acreage. This could prompt the prices to climb again over the next few months or in summer at the latest. The buyers therefore want to profit from the currently low prices.

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