- Tunisia’s grain agency ODC purchased a total of 350,000 tons of grain (soft wheat, durum wheat, and feed barley) in its December 11 international tender for delivery between January and March 2026.
- Soft wheat prices were tightly ranged at $255.77–$257.14/ton C&F, while durum wheat traded at a roughly 24% premium and barley cleared at $269.12/ton C&F.
- Multiple global trading houses participated, with Amber dominant in durum wheat and Bunge capturing the entire barley volume, underscoring steady North African import demand.
- Market sentiment is assessed as neutral, with the tender reflecting expected seasonal demand and offering price transparency without major disruption to global grain markets.
Tunisia Grain Tender Overview
The Tunisian State Grain Agency (ODC) concluded a sizeable international tender on December 11, securing 350,000 tons of grain across soft wheat, durum wheat, and feed barley. Deliveries are scheduled from January through March 2026 and are open to multiple origins, preserving competition among Black Sea, EU, and other exporters.
| Commodity | Total Volume (tons) | Price Range (C&F) | Delivery Window (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soft Wheat | 125,000 | $255.77–$257.14/ton | Jan 15 – Mar 5 |
| Durum Wheat | 100,000 | $317.99–$321.29/ton | Jan 5 – Feb 20 |
| Feed Barley | 125,000 | $269.12/ton | Jan 10 – Mar 20 |
Soft Wheat Details
ODC purchased 125,000 tons of soft wheat in five lots of 25,000 tons. Prices were narrowly spread between $255.77/ton and $257.14/ton C&F, underscoring intense competition among suppliers. Soufflet, Finagrit, Dreyfus, and Buildcom all secured volumes, with shipments slated between January 15 and March 5, 2026, depending on origin.
| Supplier | Lots | Total Volume (tons) | Price (C&F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soufflet | 1 | 25,000 | $257.14/ton |
| Finagrit | 1 | 25,000 | $256.16/ton |
| Dreyfus | 1 | 25,000 | $257.02/ton |
| Buildcom | 2 | 50,000 | $256.27 & $255.77/ton |
Durum Wheat Details
Durum wheat purchases totaled 100,000 tons in four lots of 25,000 tons. Amber captured three lots, priced between $317.99/ton and $321.29/ton C&F, while Casillo secured one lot at $319.68/ton C&F. Deliveries are scheduled from January 5 to February 20, 2026, with durum trading at a notable premium of about 24% over soft wheat.
| Supplier | Lots | Total Volume (tons) | Price Range (C&F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber | 3 | 75,000 | $317.99–$321.29/ton |
| Casillo | 1 | 25,000 | $319.68/ton |
Feed Barley Details
For feed barley, ODC bought 125,000 tons in five lots of 25,000 tons, all awarded to Bunge. The barley was priced uniformly at $269.12/ton C&F, with shipment windows running from January 10 to March 20, 2026, ensuring ample coverage of domestic feed needs into late Q1.
| Supplier | Lots | Total Volume (tons) | Price (C&F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunge | 5 | 125,000 | $269.12/ton |
Market Implications
The tender highlights ongoing North African demand for global wheat and barley as Tunisia locks in supply for Q1 2026. The narrow soft wheat price band suggests well-supplied and competitive export markets, while the higher durum values reflect tighter availability and quality premiums. With “any origin” terms preserved, Black Sea exporters remain well-positioned alongside EU suppliers. Overall sentiment is neutral, as the volumes align with seasonal import patterns rather than signaling a structural shift in demand or pricing.
Source: Market Data
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