EXCHANGE RATES PUSH WHEAT PRICES UP IN BRAZIL

Exchange rates continue to allow domestic wheat prices to keep an upward trend, even during harvesting in Brazil. In Paraná, the purchase average price rose to around BRL 1,630/ton for FOB, which represents an increase of almost 8% compared to last month. According to the analyst at Safras & Mercado, Élcio Bento, “there were rumors of buyers at BRL 1,650/ton for wheat bread, however, no business was reported due to the lack of supply of this type of product in the market”. As for low-quality wheat (type 03, PH 75, FN 170), business was reported in the south-central region of the state of Parana at BRL 1,450/ton. In the state of Rio Grande do Sul, the harvest continues advancing driven by the dry climate. Domestic buyers remain on the defensive and suggest around BRL 1,480/ton on FOB. For export, it is expected that around 900 thousand tons have already been demanded. Export parity with the most attractive options in America is R$ 1,475/ton in Rio Grande do Sul.

Source: Canal Rural (*Translated by Ia Niani)