Commodity & Trade Updates

Strong demand from Asian markets is helping South Africa manage its large maize harvest while supporting market stability.

The updated rules set clear conditions for wheat purchasing, flour production, packaging, and pricing while keeping retail prices unchanged.

The National Corn Growers Association says maritime fuel, sustainable aviation fuel and biobased products could create billions of bushels of new demand for US corn as growers face another difficult year.

Winter weather has cut Sweden’s grain harvest forecast to 5 million tons, raising concerns over farm incomes and wheat supplies ahead of the 2026 harvest.

Both countries are increasing investment in wheat production as they work to cut imports and improve local supply, although high production costs still limit competitiveness.