Sunseed prices in russia decouple from global markets amid Black Sea export restrictions
The pricing mechanism for sunflower seed in russia has changed significantly amid limited export opportunities, particularly through the Black Sea. Previously, purchase prices were largely determined by export parity — global market prices minus logistics costs and export duties. Now, domestic crushing profitability has become the main pricing factor. With restricted access to international markets, processors have gained greater influence over prices, basing their bids on crushing margins and the value of sunflower oil and by-products.
In 2025, the lower limit for sunseed purchase prices stood at around RUB 32,000–35,000/t (approximately $386–422/t), while in 2026, price levels have become increasingly dependent on crushing economics. This has increased farmers’ reliance on domestic demand and limited their ability to benefit from rising global prices. According to experts, this pricing model is expected to remain in place until export logistics are fully restored.
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