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Russian corn exports surge 170% in H1 2026
Interfax·RU·1 day ago
Hedgepoint forecasts a decline in Brazilian corn exports due to reduced demand from Iran, lower global prices, and increased domestic consumption. This shift marks a potential realignment in global agricultural trade flows, though the U.S. is expected to maintain its position as the primary exporter.
The global agricultural market squeeze is intensifying due to significant harvest reductions in Europe and Russia, driven by heatwaves and poor crop prospects. Concurrently, major exporters like Brazil and the US face margin compression and potential shifts in global trade rankings due to depressed commodity prices and reduced demand. The long-term impact on global food security and inflation remains uncertain.