The walnut market has been very active and is enjoying a positive momentum. Lower crops of Chile, early this year, and of California recently, together with a strong demand and a recovery on consumption, has driven prices up. The international contingency is bringing some uncertainties. First, the conflict in The Middle East and second the
As we approach spring, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past winter. The weather conditions have been favourable for walnut trees, with ample chill hours, abundant rainfall, and a healthy snowpack. This is encouraging news, but we must now be vigilant as spring brings the risk of frost that could impact flowering. The
The market has been very active, with declines in global stocks accompanied by increases in global demand and consumption, signaling a shift in the market and the pursuit of a new, more sustainable balance.
The market demand slowed down during August but has picked up again with the returning of buyers from Holidays. Customers are looking to cover their need for the end of the year ensuring the supply and availability of product.
Commitments 81,9%, shipments +15%. Chilean season is moving fast, the walnut market is recovering from the lowest levels ever seen. Certainly, the industry must find a new sustainable equilibrium where the activity is productive for the whole supply chain. Consumption in increasing and hopefully will return to level pre-pandemic. China is a key player on
The positive trend for Chilean walnuts continues. India is leading the demand and there is already a lack of availability of certain products. We expect a shortage of supply by end of year with a consequence increase on prices.
Chilean walnuts remain strong. A smaller crop and active demand pushed prices up. It is expected a shortage on supply for the festivity season at the end of the year until connecting with the US crop.
The walnut market has been active since Gulfood. Harvest is well advanced and first impressions can be taken: A shorter crop of Chandler is expected, 10% to 15% lower than 2022. Quality of kernels looks great. Availability of larger sizes will be certainly scarce. An upward trend in prices is expected.
The Chilean walnuts season has started and market is reacting positively to low opening prices combined with lower freight cost what is brings much lower CIF prices than last year at the same time. Crop started recently and we are expecting good weather conditions during harvest. Markets has been very active and demands continue at
The market has been tough for all members of the industry. Price at historically low levels seems that have reached the bottom and now at least people can look at the future and take purchases decision with more certainty and confidence. Beside the general situation of the year, October and November has brought few positive