Market Comment
Safe passage or dead end?
The market is holding its breath on news of a potential grain corridor for the resumption of food products from Ukraine. Information leaking from Turkey
Nick Booth
July 22, 2022
The market is holding its breath on news of a potential grain corridor for the resumption of food products from Ukraine. Information leaking from Turkey
The ebb and flow of managed money’s interest in agricultural commodities has the ability to strongly influence the market. Speculators have steadily wound back their
Ever wondered what keeps grain analysts awake at night? Irrational markets. We have seen at least two examples this week, where the market reacted to
The USDA released a new WASDE report this week, and it surprised the wheat market somewhat, but the market’s focus remains on both weather developments,
Two months is a long time in grain markets, especially when volatility is rampant. Local new crop wheat prices remain very strong, yet at the
The ag commodity complex has gone through a remarkable correction. The value of most commodities in that basket are now at, or lower than, pre-war
Oilseed markets have been battered in recent times by Indonesian palm oil export tax cuts, recessionary concerns and 8 EU countries seeking to reduce their
In the past week, the wheat market looked to have taken a breather from the heavy bearish trend that had set in over the past
Australian diesel prices for farmers have reached their highest levels on record recently, but what has been the cause, and will the situation improve anytime
Feed demand and hence prices can be looked at as a solid indicator of pastoral conditions, producer intentions, and of course availability. QLD hay prices
It was a bloodbath in the agricultural commodities last night, indeed the whole week. Since last Friday, Dec ’22 wheat has lost 139¢/bu or $62/t
Mecardo’s Percentiles update for June 2022. Click below to view the latest report Grains Oilseeds Sheep and lambs Cattle Wool Dairy Fuel Percentiles are an important
For quick market recaps and in-depth chats with industry experts on the trends shaping livestock, grain and fibre markets.
Want market insights delivered straight to your inbox?
Sign up to the Mecardo mailing list to receive regular updates on new analysis and market outlooks.
Our team of market analysts combine deep industry knowledge with practical insights to help you navigate the ever-changing commodity landscape.
Stay in the loop as we share the latest in wool, livestock and grain markets across out social media platforms.
Or get in touch with us directly to talk about your business needs.