- Feed barley prices for 2026 harvest in Greater Odessa ports fell by 1-3 USD/t since the start of the week.
- Current bids are at 197-208 USD/t CPT port as of June 3, almost matching last year’s 195-202 USD/t.
- Seasonal pre-harvest pressure and weakness in related feed grains are weighing on barley values.
- Despite short-term downside pressure, year-on-year price stability points to steady underlying demand.
New-Crop Barley Prices Decline in Greater Odessa Amid Seasonal Pressure
Feed barley prices for the 2026 harvest in Greater Odessa ports have moved lower under seasonal pressure, according to APK-Inform. Since the beginning of this week, bid prices have slipped by 1-3 USD/t, with current indications in the range of 197-208 USD/t CPT port as of June 3.
The decline reflects typical pre-harvest dynamics as buyers anticipate increased new-crop availability and higher carryover stocks. Additional weakness is coming from a broader downward trend across related feed grain markets, adding competitive pressure on barley values.
On a year-on-year basis, the market remains relatively stable. Current barley bids are almost identical to levels seen at the same time last year, when prices stood at 195-202 USD/t CPT port, indicating steady demand despite current seasonal headwinds.
Price Snapshot
| Period | Location / Basis | Price Range (USD/t) | Weekly Change (USD/t) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 harvest (current) | Greater Odessa, CPT port | 197–208 | -1 to -3 |
| Same period last year | Greater Odessa, CPT port | 195–202 | N/A |
Market Analysis
Bearish. The barley market in Greater Odessa is under typical pre-harvest pressure as participants position for incoming new-crop volumes. Expectations of higher carryover stocks, combined with softness in competing feed grains such as corn and wheat, are limiting sellers’ bargaining power and encouraging lower bids.
Nonetheless, the close alignment between current prices and year-ago levels underlines relatively steady underlying demand. Going forward, traders should closely track updated estimates of carryover stocks and the price trajectory of other feed grains, which will be key in shaping barley valuations into the new-crop marketing period.
Source: Market Data
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