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2026-09-18 17:46:11
[Ukrainian Agriculture Hindered by Drought, Planting Delayed but Oilseed Exports Remain Strong] ⑴ The Ukrainian Minister of Agriculture stated that approximately 30% of farmland is facing water shortages, thus delaying the start of winter planting. ⑵ The country's soybean harvest for 2026/27 is estimated at approximately 3.8 million tons, with exports of about 1 million tons. ⑶ Sunflower oil production for 2025/26 is estimated at approximately 4.3 million tons, with exports of about 4 million tons. ⑷ The drought is putting pressure on winter planting schedules, but oilseed exports remain at a high level. The market is focused on whether subsequent rainfall can alleviate soil moisture deficiencies.
