Key Takeaways:
- Overall Agricultural Commodities saw more declines
- Cocoa led commodity gains, rising +9.36% after last week’s sharp decline
- Coffee dropped -7.73%, continuing its downward trend from the prior week
- Wheat reversed last week’s gains with a -4.82% decrease
- Most key grains and oils (soybeans, corn, canola, rapeseed) recorded price declines
- Potato prices remained unchanged, while tea and sugar also fell
📈 Summary Table: Weekly Agricultural Commodity Performance
(Based on latest available data as of June 30, 2025 from Trading Economics)
| Commodity | Price | Weekly Change | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | USD 526.12 / Bu | -4.82% | ↓ Decline |
| Soybeans | USD 1027.00 / Bu | -3.00% | ↓ Decline |
| Corn | USD 418.22 / Bu | -0.25% | ↓ Slight Decline |
| Cotton | USD 61.53 / Lbs | -3.99% | ↓ Decline |
| Potatoes | EUR 16.30 / 100KG | 0.00% | → No Change |
| Oat | USD 360.49 / Bu | -1.71% | ↓ Decline |
| Coffee | USD 302.53 / Lbs | -7.73% | ↓ Sharp Decline |
| Canola | CAD 684.67 / T | -4.94% | ↓ Decline |
| Rapeseed | EUR 473.52 / T | -6.38% | ↓ Decline |
| Cocoa | USD 9446.27 / T | +9.36% | ↑ Strong Gain |
| Tea | INR 204.74 / Kg | -4.43% | ↓ Decline |
| Sugar | USD 15.88 / Lbs | -0.69% | ↓ Slight Decline |
Weekly Agricultural Commodities Market Overview
Developments from June 23–27, 2025
Global agricultural markets saw notable fluctuations last week, with mixed pricing trends across major staple crops and livestock futures. Corn and soybeans experienced modest declines, driven by technical selling and evolving weather patterns. Wheat futures remained varied as tightening global supply forecasts introduced uncertainty.
Current weather developments are adding complexity to market sentiment. A persistent heat dome over the U.S. and parts of Europe has emerged just as farmers approach peak harvest season. While the full impact on crop productivity remains uncertain, the timing is critical. In the U.S., the heat has been seen by some analysts as a potentially beneficial shift following a prolonged cool period earlier in the season. However, forecasts of unstable weather and possible storms are raising concerns about yield outcomes.
According to a June 27 drought update by Successful Farming, Midwestern states showed signs of recovery due to recent rainfall, while northwestern regions continued to face intensifying drought conditions. Despite strong export activity for key commodities, shipping volumes and basis bids suggest a cautious market outlook as weather and logistical variables continue to evolve.
Downward Pressure Across Agricultural Commodities
The week ending June 27, 2025, saw widespread declines across major agricultural commodities, with only cocoa posting notable gains. Markets responded to various global factors including currency movements, oversupply concerns, and mixed demand forecasts.
Cocoa Rebounds Strongly
Cocoa prices surged by 9.36%, closing at USD 9,446.27/tonne, marking a sharp turnaround from the previous week’s -12.18% fall. The rally may reflect renewed buyer activity or supply constraints in key growing regions.
Continued Declines for Coffee and Tea
Coffee saw the steepest drop this week at -7.73%, bringing its price down to USD 302.53/lbs, following a similar decline of -7.64% the prior week.
Tea fell -4.43% to INR 204.74/kg, reversing last week’s +4.47% gain.
Grains and Oilseeds Fall Broadly
- Wheat dropped -4.82% to USD 526.12/bushel, after rising nearly 6% the week prior
- Soybeans declined -3.00% to USD 1,027.00/bushel
- Corn remained relatively stable with a -0.25% dip to USD 418.22/bushel
- Oats fell -1.71%, extending the prior week’s -5.60% decrease
In the oilseed category:
- Canola slid -4.94% to CAD 684.67/tonne
- Rapeseed decreased -6.38% to EUR 473.52/tonne, reversing last week’s +2.28% gain
Other Notable Movements
- Cotton prices fell -3.99% to USD 61.53/lbs, after a -2.21% decline the previous week
- Sugar slipped -0.69% to USD 15.88/lbs, continuing a muted downward trend
- Potatoes remained stable at EUR 16.30/100KG, with no change this week following a 2.52% rise last week
