- Prices Rising: Ukrainian feed corn gained UAH 100-200/t week-on-week, trading mostly at UAH 8,900-9,500/t CPT, with southern regions up to UAH 10,200/t CPT.
- Strong Demand vs. Tight Supply: Domestic processors and export traders are competing for limited farmer offerings as producers hold back stocks, expecting further price gains.
- Bullish Market Tone: Export-driven demand, logistical advantages in the south, and restricted farmer selling are sustaining upward price momentum in the near term.
Market Update
Ukrainian feed corn prices continued to firm in the week to February 13, supported by strong buying interest and constrained farmer selling. According to APK-Inform, most regional bids were reported in the UAH 8,900-9,500/t CPT range, marking a UAH 100-200/t increase compared with the previous week. Southern Ukraine remained the clear premium market, with CPT prices reaching UAH 10,200/t as exporters competed aggressively for available tonnage.
The supply side remains tight as farmers withhold grain in anticipation of further price appreciation, limiting spot availability and intensifying competition among domestic processors and export-focused traders. This combination of robust demand and cautious farmer selling is keeping the physical market well supported across key regions.
Price Overview
| Region | Market | Price (UAH/t, CPT) | WoW Change (UAH/t) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most regions | Feed corn bids | 8,900 – 9,500 | +100 to +200 |
| Southern Ukraine | Feed corn bids | Up to 10,200 | +100 to +200 |
Analysis
Bullish. Ukrainian feed corn remains in a bullish phase as intense buyer competition, supportive export market dynamics, and limited farmer selling combine to push prices higher. The premium in southern regions, where values reach UAH 10,200/t CPT versus UAH 8,900-9,500/t elsewhere, underscores the role of logistical and export advantages in current pricing.
Farmer reluctance to release inventory indicates expectations for further price upside, which may prolong the current rally. Traders should watch for signs that domestic processors begin rationing demand at higher price levels or that farmers accelerate sales in response to the recent gains, either of which could temper the pace of further appreciation.
Source: Market Data
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