OLD crop wheat prices have been under pressure as end buyers seem to be few and far between. The end of season equation is, however, still the same in that it seems finely balanced.

New crop prices have also come down as growing conditions around the globe are considered good.

Oilseed markets fell a little but then recovered, despite a heavy falls in US soya values as traders took profits.

Thursday's prices

Grainfarmers, Thorp Arch. - Wheat: April £96; May £97; June £98. Barley: April £80; May £81; June £82. Oilseed rape: April £182; May £183; June £184.

GrainCo, Tyne Dock. - Wheat: April £95; May £96; June £97. Barley: April £80; May £81; June £82. Oilseed rape: April £181; May £182; June £183.