Market Report MAY 2019   General news   We are in-between seasons right now, with the usual market volatility. There are still many concerns with the seed markets. One we are keeping a close eye on, size of the analysis of each crop. These begin to pour in over the coming months. The reason for our concerns, knowing very well there were low to zero carries over from the previous crops.    The real news is on the political tug of war between the White House and the Chinese government. (The newest threats of a 25 % tariff) While I...

Market Report APRIL 2019   General news  We are currently in the period between crops, where news from the farmers, producers, and traders is thin. Planting, for the most part, is only just starting. There is a general level of optimism after poor crops last season, but this optimism is on nothing substantial.   Other general news, the implementation of the new organic regulations on importation is still rumbling through the market, with import authorities not clear on the application, amongst other issues.  Sesame seed:  Paraguay is harvesting now and appears to have a good crop. This will divert the attention...