Sunflower Kernel Market Remains Stable – Buyers Cautious, Supply Plentiful
Sunflower Kernel Market Remains Stable – Buyers Cautious, Supply Plentiful
Despite volatility in the broader oilseed complex, prices for hulled sunflower seeds remained stable. Oversupply and cautious EU demand continue to define market dynamics.
Strategy:– Importers: Buy only as needed; no urgency for coverage– Exporters: Focus on existing positions; no new forward booking pressure– Monitor the oilseed complex for macro signals
Despite volatility in the broader oilseed complex, prices for hulled sunflower seeds remained stable. Oversupply and cautious EU demand continue to define market dynamics.
📊 Market Situation & Price Development
Hulled sunflower kernel prices remained largely unchanged on Tuesday.- Ukraine (FCA): €1.05/kg
- Bulgaria (FCA): €1.09/kg
- Moldova/Ukraine EU border (with duty): €1.06/kg + customs
🌍 Key Market Drivers
- Oversupply PersistsMost major shippers in Ukraine and Moldova continue to offer full-volume contracts. EU processors are well stocked through mid-summer.
- Low Spot Demand in the EUWith prices stable and margins tight, major buyers (Germany, Netherlands, France) are inactive, waiting for clarity in the broader oilseed market.
- No Weather Threats in Eastern EuropeGrowing conditions in Ukraine and Bulgaria remain good. No early-season concerns for the 2025/26 crop.
- Global Oilseed Pressure Eases SlightlyStabilisation in soy oil and palm oil markets could limit further downside for sunflower oil, and indirectly for kernels.
💼 Trading Strategy & Market Outlook
Market remains balanced but fragile. Spot activity remains low, and traders continue to work with short lead times.Strategy:– Importers: Buy only as needed; no urgency for coverage– Exporters: Focus on existing positions; no new forward booking pressure– Monitor the oilseed complex for macro signals