Processors raised sunseed prices in Ukraine by $30–40/t in a week

Rising global prices for vegetable oils and the return of confidence among Ukrainian processors contributed to a significant jump in domestic prices for sunflower.

This was reported by analysts at Spike Brokers.

Factories actively competed for raw materials, which led to a price increase of $30–40/t per week.

The spot index of sunflower seeds for delivery for processing within 30 days increased by $32 to $665 with VAT ($583 without VAT). Prices for delivery to Bulgaria remain stable at $620–630 depending on the location. From January 1, 2026, sunseed exports from Ukraine to the EU will no longer be subject to customs duties, which increases competition between domestic processing and exports.

Sunflower oil in Ukraine is already trading at $1,300 CPT port, while FOB Black Sea reaches $1,380. Prices for sunflower meal on a port basis remain lower ($220–230), which is due to limited throughput capacity and insufficient interest from buyers. In contrast, demand towards the western border is stable: prices for meal delivered by road or rail to the border are at $238–245, depending on granulation and quality.

A new wave of price growth is observed on the world market: according to the updated USDA report, the forecast for sunflower oil production has been reduced due to a smaller harvest in Russia and Argentina, while global stocks have decreased by 0.3 million tons. This has supported quotes in the EU – average prices in six major European ports have increased by $130 compared to the previous Friday.

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