- Port prices edge higher: Ukrainian feed barley port prices increased to USD 218-224/t CPT despite weakening domestic demand.
- Domestic prices stable: Bid levels held at UAH 9,100-10,300/t CPT, with southern regions maintaining a premium.
- Limited buyers support prices: Reduced buyer participation but higher bids from remaining purchasers helped prevent price erosion.
- Export market provides support: Slightly firmer international export prices offset softer domestic demand, keeping sentiment neutral to slightly bullish.
Ukrainian Feed Barley Market Update
The Ukrainian feed barley market saw marginal upward movement in port prices last week, with values strengthening to USD 218-224/t CPT. This uptick occurred even as overall grain demand within Ukraine continued to soften.
Domestic barley bid prices remained stable in the UAH 9,100-10,300/t CPT range. The highest bids were concentrated in the country’s southern regions, where a noticeable premium persisted, likely reflecting logistical advantages or quality-related factors.
Buyer activity was limited, with only a small number of purchasers actively operating in the market. These buyers modestly raised their bids to secure additional volumes and meet procurement needs, which helped underpin the slight price increase at ports.
On the international side, mildly improved export pricing provided additional support, offsetting the drag from weakening domestic demand and helping to stabilize overall market sentiment.
Price Overview
| Market Segment | Location / Basis | Price Range | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feed Barley | Ukrainian Ports (CPT) | 218–224 | USD/t |
| Feed Barley | Domestic Market (CPT) | 9,100–10,300 | UAH/t |
Market Sentiment and Outlook
Market sentiment is neutral to slightly bullish. Typically, declining demand would exert downward pressure on prices, but the combination of limited active buyers competing for available volumes and firmer export pricing is preventing a deeper correction. The USD 6 range in port prices (USD 218-224/t CPT) reflects moderate uncertainty, with traders watching whether export demand can continue to counterbalance soft domestic interest.
The sustained premium in the south indicates ongoing competitiveness in that region, underpinned by either better logistics or higher perceived quality. If export support weakens or domestic demand continues to contract, the current price resilience may be tested.
Source: Market Data
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