Podcast Episode Summary: Global Maize Market Update for July 7, 2024
- United States:
- Maize health is declining across 18 key corn-growing states due to persistent heatwaves. Only 67% of crops are rated as good or excellent by June 30. Pennsylvania faces significant drought, with 58% of areas reported as abnormally dry by July 2. The Climate Prediction Center forecasts some relief with average to above-average precipitation for much of the Corn Belt, but northern regions may remain dry.
- Mexico:
- With a new agriculture minister, Mexico focuses on maintaining white corn self-sufficiency and reducing deforestation. The government will not prioritize cutting yellow corn imports despite ongoing disputes with the U.S. on genetically modified corn. While maize production is expected to increase, full self-sufficiency in yellow corn remains out of reach in the current term.
- Brazil:
- Maize harvests face regional challenges in Brazil. In Mato Grosso, yield variability is due to uneven rainfall and pest damage. Paraná reports a 9% yield decline from last year due to drought. In Goiás, adverse weather and pest issues result in a 20-30% yield drop for the second maize crop, adding financial strain for farmers facing low grain prices.
- Russia:
- Grain maize sowing is progressing well, though southern regions face below-average soil moisture. Unseasonably cold conditions in May delayed maize emergence, and high temperatures in the coming months could negatively impact yields, particularly in southern regions such as Krasnodarskiy, Stavropolskiy, and Rostovkaya.
- Argentina:
- The maize harvest is progressing rapidly, with 41.30% of the crop harvested, surpassing last season's pace. Yields in central and northern areas are lower than last year, while the south performs more steadily. Total projected production is expected to rise by 9.50 million tons compared to the previous harvest.
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