Central SA

Notes:

Grain Commentary

Wheat: Down $10 ($295 to $305/tonne). Barley: Down $10 ($220 to $230/tonne). Maize: Down $10 ($495 to $505/tonne). Oats: Steady ($380 to $390/tonne).

Southern Australia has seen some cold and frosty conditions over the last week, which has slowed crop emergence. Spot wheat markets moved considerably lower, as a stronger AUD reduced demand from exporters.

Spot barley markets also moved lower, however, not to the same extent as wheat, with the large discount to wheat enticing some buying demand.

Prices were relatively stable in forward wheat and barley markets, as low grower selling brought some support to values despite the weakness seen in spot markets.

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