- Stable Prices: Ukrainian feed barley bid prices held steady at UAH 9,100–10,500/t CPT and USD 210–220/t CPT port amid limited farmer selling.
- Sluggish Trading: Purchasing activity remained slow with minimal grain offerings, keeping overall trading volumes muted.
- Supply Support: A seasonal supply shortage and farmer reluctance to sell in volume continue to underpin current price levels.
- Sentiment: Market tone is neutral to slightly bullish as export demand and tight supply provide a price floor.
Ukrainian Feed Barley Market Overview
The Ukrainian feed barley market remained stable last week, with APK-Inform reporting limited purchasing activity and constrained trading volumes. Farmer selling was cautious, with only small lots offered, mainly at or near the upper end of indicated price ranges.
Market participants noted a persistent shortage of grain offers, which helped support prices despite subdued demand. This tightness reflects both seasonal factors and producers’ expectations that current price levels can be maintained or improve later in the marketing year.
Price Levels
| Market | Commodity | Price Range | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Ukraine | Feed Barley | UAH 9,100–10,500/t | CPT |
| Export-Oriented | Feed Barley | USD 210–220/t | CPT port |
Bid prices remained confined to a narrow corridor throughout the week. Domestic quotes were reported at UAH 9,100–10,500 per tonne CPT, while export-focused bids held at USD 210–220 per tonne CPT port, reflecting steady external interest at current valuation levels.
Market Sentiment and Outlook
Overall sentiment is assessed as neutral to slightly bullish. Limited farmer selling at relatively high prices indicates confidence in the market, while slow purchasing suggests buyers are unwilling to lift bids aggressively in the near term.
The seasonal supply shortage is acting as a floor for prices, reducing the likelihood of substantial downside in the short run. Export demand in the USD 210–220/t CPT port range remains the key driver for further price movement, as domestic consumption alone is insufficient to clear available stocks.
Going forward, traders and buyers should closely track changes in farmer selling behavior as the marketing year advances. Any increase in producer willingness to sell, or shifts in export demand, could quickly alter the current balance and price trajectory.
Source: Market Data
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