by Robin Twizell
RMD Agriculture
OLD crop wheat prices have recovered a little, to £80. There has been no fundamental change in the balance sheet, just a bit of export and stronger French markets. New crop values have continued to drift lower.
Oilseed vales have remained stagnant, but with a generally weaker tone as growing conditions indicate good crops.Thursday's prices
Grainfarmers, Thorp Arch. - Wheat: June £79; July £80; Aug £64. Barley: June £75; July £75; Aug £61. Oilseed rape: June £160; July £160; Aug £147.
GrainCo, Tyne Dock. - Wheat: June £80; July £81; Aug £64. Barley: June £70; July £62; Aug £63. Oilseed rape: June £160; July no price; Aug £145.
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