Grain prices in Kazakhstan remained largely stable last week, while logistical bottlenecks continued to constrain export shipments, with grain loading plan fulfilment falling to 48%, according to the weekly digest of APK-Inform Asia.
Export prices for Grade 3 wheat stood at $260–270 per tonne on a DAP Saryagash basis, while Grade 4 wheat was priced at $250–260 per tonne. High-protein wheat commanded $295–300 per tonne. Despite stable prices, logistical restrictions continued to hamper grain movements and limit the fulfilment of export loading plans.
Feed barley prices remained at $205–215 per tonne FOB Aktau and from $205 per tonne DAP Dostyk/Alashankou. Demand is increasingly shifting towards Uzbekistan and Tajikistan amid competition from Russian grain supplies in Iran and China. Meanwhile, feed flour prices increased to $250–260 per tonne DAP Alashankou.
On the domestic market, Grade 3 wheat was offered at KZT 88,000–95,000 per tonne EXW, including varying quality specifications. Wheat with a gluten content of 27% or higher was priced at around KZT 106,000 per tonne, while Grade 4 wheat was quoted at KZT 86,000–90,000 per tonne.
Feed barley prices remained in the range of KZT 63,000–70,000 per tonne EXW, including VAT.
The latest market assessment highlights the continuing impact of logistical constraints on Kazakhstan’s grain export operations, even as prices for major grain categories remain broadly steady.