Pulses Market Update, 28.07.2023

World trade in chickpeas and lentils is expected to remain relatively steady in 2023, with solid demand from South Asia underpinning markets, according to the latest outlook from the International Grains Council. (AGC) The IGC sees the world trade in chickpeas in 2023 at about 1.9 million tonnes, which would be unchanged from 2022, with […]

Published: 28th July 2023

Dried Dates, Market Update, July 2023

Production Volume and Quality The volume of dates produced this year remains comparable to the previous year, and there is no notable decrease in yield. As for the quality, we expect it to be consistent, with approximately 40% of the harvest being classified as select and grade, and the remaining 60% categorized as GAQ (Good […]

Published: 28th July 2023

Hazelnut, Crop Report, July 2023

The Blacksea Exporter's Association has announced its objective crop forecast of 792,613 tons for the 2023 crop. This is based on the work of a team of agronomists who have been doing this for more than 20 years. The forecast is broken down into 519,510 tons for the Eastern Blacksea region and 273,103 tons for […]

Published: 24th July 2023

Turkish Vine Fruits, Crop Report 24.07.2023

We keep receiving bad news from the Turkish vine fruit crop in manisa! The unusual El Niño weather, conditions of heavy rains (thunderstorms), hailstorms and extreme temperatures (44c), as lead farmers to have severe issues with a crop, as unusal heavy rains meant they was unable to spray, or even wash off the medicines to […]

Published: 24th July 2023

Chelmer Foods Seed Market outlook 21.07.2023

Russia's exit from the Ukraine grain deal risks adding to global food inflation. Ukraine is a major exporter of wheat, corn, and sunflower oil, and the war has disrupted its exports. Food prices are already at a record high, and this is worsening the situation.  Russia's actions are a clear attempt to use food as […]

Published: 21st July 2023

US Walnuts, Market Update

Total shipments increased 11.7% inshell equivalent for the month vs. June 2022. Domestic shipments increased 70% inshell equivalent, led by the USDA purchasing program. Export markets continued to decline for the fifth month in a row, down 20% inshell equivalent. Demand in Europe is lackluster, while Middle Eastern shipments have increased more than 25 MM […]

Published: 21st July 2023

Market Report: Challenges and Opportunities in the Pistachio Industry

The pistachio industry faces several challenges, including supply and pricing fluctuations, trade tariffs, and unique processing methods in certain regions. However, the market is buoyed by evolving consumer demand for healthy and convenient foods, pistachios' nutritional benefits, and a growing emphasis on sustainability. The industry remains resilient, adapting to changing conditions and demonstrating a commitment […]

Published: 19th July 2023

The Growing Pecan Industry and Challenges in the American Pecan Market

The pecan industry in the United States has experienced substantial growth over the past decade, driven by increasing demand for pecans. However, growers are facing challenges in scaling up production to meet the rising demand. This market report examines the growth of the pecan industry, its success in global markets, and the obstacles growers face […]

Published: 18th July 2023

Almond Market Report, June 2023

The June 2023 shipment data for almonds reveals a significant decline in shipments compared to the previous year. June Shipment volume stood at 187 million pounds, marking a 33% decrease. However, new sales for the same period experienced a positive trend, reaching 155 million pounds, indicating a 30% increase. (colconut.com) The sold position for almonds […]

Published: 17th July 2023

Pulses Market Update, 14.07.2023

The UK market was mixed this week, with some positive news on the economic front being offset by concerns about inflation and interest rates. On the positive side, wage inflation prints for May were stubborn, which boosted the GBPUSD pair to its highest level since April 2022. The British Retail Consortium also reported that retail […]

Published: 14th July 2023