- Prices Rising: Ukrainian feed corn prices increased by UAH 100-200/t week-on-week, reaching UAH 9,100-9,900/t CPT nationally.
- Regional Premium: Southern regions record the highest levels, with feed corn up to UAH 10,700/t CPT amid intense competition for raw materials.
- Demand-Driven Rally: Strong domestic and export demand coupled with farmers’ reluctance to sell is tightening supply and supporting a bullish price trend.
- Short-Term Outlook: Limited farmer selling and active export channels suggest continued upward pressure on Ukrainian corn prices.
Market Overview
Ukrainian feed corn prices continued to rise as of April 3, extending the recent bullish trend. Demand prices have moved up by UAH 100-200/t compared with the previous week, reflecting a tightening balance between supply and demand across the country.
Nationally, feed corn is now trading mostly in the range of UAH 9,100-9,900/t CPT, with buyers competing more aggressively for available volumes. The southern region stands out, where prices have climbed as high as UAH 10,700/t CPT, underscoring particularly tight local availability and stronger buying interest.
Price Snapshot
| Region | Price Range (UAH/t, CPT) | Weekly Change (UAH/t) |
|---|---|---|
| National Average | 9,100–9,900 | +100–200 |
| Southern Ukraine | Up to 10,700 | +100–200 |
Drivers of the Rally
The current price momentum is driven by three key factors: firm demand from domestic consumers, ongoing buying interest from exporters reacting to higher international corn prices, and limited farmer selling. Many producers remain reluctant to release grain at current values, effectively tightening spot supply.
In the south, competition among buyers for raw materials is particularly intense, resulting in a pronounced regional premium over national averages. This reflects both logistical advantages for export flows and localized supply constraints.
Market Sentiment and Outlook
Market Sentiment: Bullish
The alignment of strong demand and constrained supply underpins a broadly bullish tone in the Ukrainian feed corn market. With exporters remaining active and farmers still holding back stocks, buyers should be prepared for continued firmness in the near term. Sellers, meanwhile, stand to benefit from sustained upward price pressure, although export competitiveness will continue to hinge on Black Sea FOB values relative to other origins.
Source: Market Data
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