| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | China | FOB | USD 368/MT | April 2026 |
| Corn | India | FOB | USD 187/MT | April 2026 |
| Corn | USA | FOB | USD 170/MT | April 2026 |
| Corn | France | FOB | USD 248/MT | April 2026 |
| Corn | Brazil | FOB | USD 147/MT | April 2026 |
| Corn | China | FOB | USD 366/MT | March 2026 |
| Corn | India | FOB | USD 187.74/MT | March 2026 |
| Corn | USA | FOB | USD 168.12/MT | March 2026 |
| Corn | France | FOB | USD 241.85/MT | March 2026 |
| Corn | Brazil | FOB | USD 148.01/MT | March 2026 |
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Asia
Corn price trend in the Asian markets remained firm during Q1 2026, supported by domestic supply-side caution and improving regional sentiment. In China, corn prices averaged at around ~2.33 RMB/Kg in January and increased to about ~2.41 RMB/Kg in March, reflecting an approximate 3.52% rise over the quarter. The increase was primarily supported by cautious farmers selling after the holiday period, limited old-crop availability in some regions, and steady procurement from feed enterprises and processors. On a quarterly basis, corn prices in China increased by approximately ~5% in Q1’26 compared to Q4’25, rising from an average of ~2.24 RMB/Kg to ~2.37 RMB/Kg. Market sentiment also remained supported by policy-linked supply expectations and the gradual tightening of tradable inventories, which helped sustain upward momentum through the quarter. Overall, the Asian corn market reflected a firm tone, with China continuing to anchor regional price sentiment.
Europe
Corn prices in Europe remained stable to firm during Q1 2026, supported by planting uncertainty and persistent input-cost concerns. Market sentiment stayed cautious as higher fertilizer risk encouraged discussion around lower corn acreage in favor of less input-intensive crops, keeping a risk premium in place. Although Coceral raised its 2026 European corn production estimate to ~60.7 million tonnes from ~58.9 million tonnes, prices remained supported by broader supply-side uncertainty and war-linked fertilizer concerns. Meanwhile, industry developments such as Huercasa’s major sweetcorn processing investment in Spain reflected continued confidence in long-term regional corn demand and processing capacity.
North America
Corn prices in the USA remained firm yet volatile during Q1 2026, as ample supplies capped sharper gains while strong demand kept sentiment supported. USDA’s projection of a ~17-billion-bushel corn supply and ~9.024 billion bushels in March stocks highlighted continued oversupply pressure. However, record export pace, resilient ethanol demand, and tightening expectations for new-crop supply prevented deeper weakness. By late quarter, the Iran conflict lifted fertilizer and fuel costs, raising uncertainty over planting economics and actual acreage realization despite the USDA’s ~95.338-million-acre outlook. At the same time, concerns over South American crop progress and profitability pressures for growers added further support to forward market sentiment.
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According to Procurement Resource, global corn prices are expected to remain firm in the near term, supported by export strength, planting uncertainty, and elevated fertilizer-linked cost pressure. Any major shift will likely depend on weather conditions, acreage realization, and South American crop progress.
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Asia
The Asian corn market in 2025 followed a fluctuating yet largely range-bound trajectory, marked by an early-year recovery, mid-year correction, and mild rebound toward year-end. Initial price support stemmed from tightening domestic supply conditions, particularly in China, where a sharp contraction in imports, down significantly year-on-year, combined with low old-crop inventories and improved feed demand, pushed prices upward in H1. However, this bullishness weakened in H2 as supply pressures intensified due to expanded planting areas and improved yields across major producing regions. In India, a substantial increase in acreage, supported by favorable monsoon conditions, led to heavy arrivals and a sharp decline in mandi prices, despite structural demand growth from ethanol blending. Additionally, the generation of DDGS as a by-product reduced feed demand, limiting price recovery. Weak global cereal benchmarks further constrained export opportunities, reinforcing a supply-heavy environment across the region.
Europe
European corn prices in 2025 remained largely subdued, influenced by ample global supply and muted regional demand. Strong production outlooks across key exporters such as the United States, Brazil, Argentina, and Ukraine ensured sufficient availability in international markets, capping price upside within Europe. The region also faced cautious procurement from the feed and livestock sectors amid broader macroeconomic uncertainty, which restricted demand growth. Additionally, stable domestic inventories and limited disruptions in intra regional supply chains contributed to a balanced-to-soft pricing environment. Trade flows remained a key determinant, with competitive global supplies reducing the urgency for imports while maintaining pressure on local prices. Overall, the European market remained sensitive to global surplus conditions and lacked strong demand-side catalysts to drive sustained price increases.
North America
The North American corn market in 2025 exhibited notable volatility, transitioning from early bullish sentiment to supply-driven pressure later in the year. In Q1, prices rallied following the USDA’s downward revision of U.S. harvest estimates and improved export and ethanol demand, prompting farmers to accelerate sales after a prolonged period of low prices. However, this upward momentum was tempered by large carryover stocks and expectations of strong planting and yield prospects. According to USDA projections, U.S. inventories were anticipated to remain elevated, reflecting a well-supplied market. By mid-to-late 2025, increased production expectations and rising acreage further pressured prices, while farmers faced ongoing profitability challenges due to high input costs. Additionally, uncertainty surrounding potential trade tariffs and export competitiveness introduced further downside risks, contributing to cautious market sentiment.
Corn or Maize is widely known as a cereal grain. It has become a staple food in several parts of the world. A small proportion of Corn is directly consumed by humans while most of the cultivated product is utilised in areas like ethanol production, animal feed and preparation of corn products, such as corn starch and corn syrup.
Animal feed and fodder, Chemicals, Dextrose Monohydrate, Bio-fuel, Ethanol production, Starches and Syrups, Corn oil, Corn starch and alcoholic beverages, Herbal supplements
Maize, Zea Mays
DuPont de Nemours, Inc, The Archer Daniels Midland Company, KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA, Limagrain UK Ltd, Cargill Incorporated, Bunge Milling, Inc.
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