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The market of corn Prices remain under pressure and negotiations are slow, while rains interfere with the progress of the summer harvest. According to TF Agroeconômica, the national supply exceeding demand keeps buyers cautious and leads some sellers to lower their asking prices.
In Rio Grande do Sul, prices range from R$ 60 to R$ 70 per sack. The state average from Emater fell 0.37%, to R$ 62.44, while the Cruz Alta Grain Exchange indicates R$ 75. Concerns about warehouse space at the start of the new harvest also influence sales decisions.
Planting in Rio Grande do Sul has reached 80% of the area, according to Conab, which projects production of 6.63 million tons, an increase of 10.2%. Excess moisture and low sunlight are slowing down operations and favoring diseases. Hail and strong winds caused gaps in crops in the Northwest, with the possibility of reseeding.
In Santa Catarina, sellers are asking close to R$ 60 per sack, while purchase offers are near R$ 55. Distance limits transactions, while planting has reached 86%, above the historical average of 79%. Rain benefits well-drained areas but makes management difficult in wetter areas.
In Paraná, planting reached 90%, and prices fell in most markets. Cascavel's price dropped by 1.74%, to R$ 56.03 per sack, and Umuarama lost 1.45%, to R$ 55.47. Londrina was an exception, with an increase of 0.33%, to R$ 63.61. Storms caused defoliation in some areas.
In Mato Grosso do Sul, prices range between R$ 52 and R$ 54 per sack. The bioenergy industry absorbs part of the supply, but other buyers prioritize restocking, and producers restrict new lots.
