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Black Sea export woes support wheat as harvest lags north | The Scottish Farmer: Shipping in the Black Sea region and the Sea of Azov is difficult, and the situation has not been helped by Latvia announcing plans for a 300% tariff on Russian and Belarusian grain. Provider: brave_search (thescottishfarmer.co.uk)

Brazil grain harvest expected at 361.7 million tons, Conab, led by soybeans, corn and cotton — MercoPress: Soybean exports are also expected to reach a record, with shipments projected at 116.2 million metric tons . Regarding the corn crop it has been estimate at 144 million metric tons, up 2% from the previous season. Provider: brave_search (en.mercopress.com)

Corn and soybeans have more upside potential – Ohio Ag Net | Ohio's Country Journal: The USDA also increased last year’s corn exports slightly. This year’s forecast is 5% lower, but would still be the second highest on record. Right now, U.S. corn isn’t the cheapest globally, but South America’s weather is still a wildcard due to El Niño. (ocj.com)

Conab: Record soybean, corn crops seen for Brazil | World Grain: Soybeans saw the greatest expansion, up 1.3 million hectares (2.7%), while corn added 762,500 hectares (3.5%) and sorghum climbed 537,000 hectares (33%). Leading production, the soybean harvest is projected at a record 180.4 million tonnes, up 5.2%, Conab said. The crop took advantage of greater planted area and a 2.5% increase in productivity. Exports for t (world-grain.com)

Will Ukraine’s Record Wartime Harvest Reach Global Markets? – Food Tank: One of the clearest signs of how global grain trade is shifting comes from Argentina. According to Reuters, Argentina’s corn exports are expected to reach a record 10 million metric tons in August and September 2026 while the usual export volumes for August-September reach about 3 million tons. Argentina is also getting more active in the global sunflower an (foodtank.com)

Ukraine War Map — Live Front Lines, 17 War Events in 24h: Global food security was immediately threatened because Ukraine and Russia together account for roughly 30% of global wheat exports, 20% of corn exports, and significant shares of barley, sunflower oil, and fertilizer production. The blockade of Ukrainian Black Sea ports in 2022 prevented grain shipments to food-import-dependent nations across Africa, the Mi (the-world-now.com)

🌾 Grain logistics

🌽 Grains

🌱 Oilseeds and vegetable oils

🌍 1D3X | Weekly Commodity & Logistics Market

Global market highlights:

1. Global grains and oilseeds markets showed mixed price trends influenced by weather variability, geopolitical tensions, and shifting export dynamics.

2. Dry bulk freight rates remained stable with minor fluctuations, supported by steady demand in key maritime corridors.

3. Ukrainian Black Sea grain export capacity declined by about one-third due to intensified Russian attacks on port infrastructure, impacting global grain flows.

4. Corn and soybean futures exhibited volatility driven by weather stress in major producing regions and export demand uncertainties, while wheat markets remained comparatively stable.

5. Regional logistics bottlenecks, especially in Europe and the Black Sea, increased shipping costs and delayed agricultural commodity deliveries.

Part I. Logistics & Freight:

1. The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) averaged near 1,200 points, reflecting steady demand for dry bulk carriers transporting grains and other commodities.

2. Major maritime corridors including the Suez Canal and Strait of Malacca operated without significant disruptions, maintaining smooth global trade flows.

3. Ukrainian Black Sea ports such as Odesa and Chornomorsk faced severe congestion and operational challenges due to ongoing Russian attacks, reducing grain export capacity by roughly one-third.

4. Moldovan railway authorities blocked Ukraine’s only remaining large-scale grain rail export corridor at Kuchurgan-Novosavitska, further constraining Ukraine's export options.

5. Damage to Russia’s EFKO sunflower oil export facility further limited the country’s sunflower oil export capacity.

6. Alternative export routes through the Danube River and European rail networks gained importance but remain limited by capacity and higher costs.

7. Panama Canal container traffic increased notably, driven by a rise in container shipments, reflecting robust global trade activity and efficient logistics.

8. Inland transportation in Europe encountered disruptions from rail and road challenges, causing logistical bottlenecks and elevated costs for agricultural commodity movements.

Part II. Grains:

1. USDA lowered U.S. corn production forecasts for the 2026-27 marketing year, citing heat stress and crop condition declines, with corn yield cut to 178.5 bushels per acre.

2. Corn carryout stocks for 2026-27 were revised downward due to reduced beginning stocks and production cuts, tightening supply outlook.

3. Wheat production forecasts rose globally, driven by larger crops expected in Argentina, Australia, Canada, and Ukraine despite modest export reductions from Russia and Ukraine.

4. Wheat futures declined on the Chicago Board of Trade amid profit-taking and pre-harvest pressure, with December wheat down 0.51% to $267.12/t.

5. Corn futures also fell in Chicago, pressured by profit-taking and technical selling, with December corn down 0.70% to $208.86/t.

6. Barley and sorghum markets remained stable with no significant changes reported during the week.

7. Argentina’s corn exports are projected to reach a record 10 million metric tons in August and September 2026, significantly above usual volumes.

Part III. Oilseeds & Vegetable Oils:

1. Brazil’s soybean harvest is projected at a record 180.4 million tonnes, up 5.2%, supported by expanded planted area and improved productivity.

2. Soybean exports from Brazil are expected to reach a record 116.2 million metric tons, reinforcing the country’s position as the top global supplier.

3. Corn crop in Brazil estimated at 144 million metric tons, up 2% from the previous season, with planted area increases contributing to growth.

4. U.S. soybean futures corrected slightly but maintained a higher weekly move amid tight stocks and strong demand, particularly from China.

5. Russia’s sunflower oil export capacity was further constrained by damage to key processing facilities, impacting global supply.

6. Argentina is increasing activity in global sunflower and soybean oil and meal markets due to tighter supply from the Black Sea region, intensifying competition.

7. Biodiesel and renewable diesel profit margins improved on higher diesel prices despite a pullback in soybean oil prices.

Part IV. Regional Focus:

1. Black Sea region: Shipping difficulties persist with intensified Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports and a new 300% tariff announced by Latvia on Russian and Belarusian grain, exacerbating export challenges.

2. Brazil: Grain harvest expected at 361.7 million tons, led by record soybean and corn crops, supporting strong export projections.

3. United States: Corn supplies tightened with lower production forecasts; soybean demand remains robust despite slight price corrections.

4. Argentina: Corn exports expected to hit record highs in late 2026; increased presence in sunflower and soybean oil markets due to Black Sea supply constraints.

5. Europe: Inland transport disruptions and logistical bottlenecks elevated costs and delayed commodity movements, impacting export efficiency.

6. Canada: Crop production trends show increases in corn and soybeans, while wheat and canola production declined in 2026.

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