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Corn on the CBOT exchange decreased by 7.00 ¢/bsh to 411.00 ¢/bsh, SRW wheat rose to 543.00 ¢/bsh, HRW wheat on the KCBT exchange fell to 503.50 ¢/bsh, HRS wheat on the MGE exchange dropped to 613.00 ¢/bsh, oats on the CBOT exchange decreased to 395.50 ¢/bsh, while rough rice prices on the CBOT increased to 12.68 usd/cwt.

In Kazakhstan, the prices for sunflower increased by 2,000 tenge and reached 240,000 tenge per ton. Prices for flax remained unchanged.

The weather is favorable for the harvest, but measures to combat diseases and pests are needed.

The branch of the Central Office for the Development of Agriculture in Voronezh has studied the grain of winter wheat collected in the Petropavlovsk district. The test weight of the grain exceeds 744 g/l, corresponding to the third grade. Protein content is 27-28%, transparency is between 45% and 47%. This wheat can be used for baking bread and making pasta.

It is planned to analyze the properties of wheat with a total volume of 3.31 million tons.

In India, a new type of rice called Spoorthi with increased zinc content is being promoted. Seeds have been distributed to farmers for propagation. This variety has successfully passed tests and contains 26 parts of zinc, surpassing other varieties. Production and distribution of seeds are being intensified to improve farmers' nutrition.

Interest in using microbial interactions in agriculture is growing. Scientists suggest studying plant microbial communities to increase crop yields. It is important to develop techniques for adapting microbiomes to plants to enhance their effectiveness.

Indian authorities are discussing purchasing 8-9 million tons of wheat from Russia to reduce prices in the domestic market. The decision will be made cautiously. India's reserves are 20% below the 10-year average. The government has imposed restrictions on wheat volumes to stabilize prices.

Harvest time is approaching in the fields. Manual processing of grain on 400 hectares without specialized machinery is the key to productivity, weather permitting.

In the village of Kolos, they grow wheat of the "Extra" variety and barley "Pamyat Chepeleva," recognized as a star of the fields. Peas of the "Meteor" variety will be harvested in 5-6 weeks.

Russia is restoring its own sugar beet seed breeding system. Already 20% of the seeds are of domestic origin. The company "UnionSeedBeet" is developing genetics and creating resistant hybrids, harvesting up to 8 tons of sugar per hectare. The production of national seeds is growing and becoming more accessible, and government support is promoting scientific research.

On the National Commodity Exchange on July 8, 2025, a deal was made to purchase 280 tons of white sugar at a price of 56857 rubles per ton. Trading continues in various regions of Russia, offering different prices for the goods.

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In Russia, on July 8, 2025, 7 contracts were concluded for the purchase of wheat totaling 1599 tons. The average price per ton was 15,657 rubles (198.61 US dollars).

Information on grain exchange trading.

Export of palm oil from Indonesia to the USA may decrease by 15-20% due to the possible introduction of a 32% duty. Indonesian oil risks losing its place to Malaysian oil due to more favorable conditions. There were plans to increase the export volume by 1 million tons, up to 25 million tons by the current year.

Cona Haki warned that India may not export sugar in 2023-24 due to low production levels. This is a result of rainfall deficit, which will lead to price increases and inflation growth in global markets. September rains may provide some relief, but the harvest will decrease due to lack of rain in August.

Starting from June 13, the EPA increased the RFS standard for biodiesel fuel, causing turbulence in the market. Soybean oil futures initially rose by 17%, but then dropped by 6%. Nazetta noted that uncertainty will persist until November. The situation is further complicated by uncertainties surrounding SRE and Clean Fuel Production Credit. EPA announced that foreign resources will only receive a 50% subsidy. This may impact the use of soy and prices.

In the fresh regions, the process of transitioning agricultural producers to sustainable seeds and hybrids developed by local breeders has been activated. "Agrarian Donbass" has become the first seed farm in the region. The company provides itself with seeds of various crops, aiming for self-sufficiency and the sale of high-quality seed material.

Corn at the CBOT Chicago fell by 13.50 ¢ to 418.00 ¢/bsh; Soft Red Winter Wheat decreased by 8.00 ¢ to 539.75 ¢/bsh; Hard Red Winter Wheat at the KCBT Kansas dropped by 9.50 ¢ to 508.50 ¢/bsh; Hard Red Spring Wheat at the MGE Minneapolis fell by 9.25 ¢ to 620.75 ¢/bsh; Oats prices at the CBOT Chicago dropped by 0.25 ¢ to 403.25 ¢/bsh; Rough Rice at the CBOT Chicago decreased by 0.19 to 12.41 dollar/cwt (07.07.2025).