Monday Market Briefing - 23rd March 2026

A see-saw week lies ahead as the World holds its breath waiting to see the outcome of escalating threats and deadlines between the US and Iran. Trump has now postponed the threat of strikes against Iran’s power infrastructure for five days – thereby reversing todays early gains in oil and grain prices – Matif saw a 6 Euro range in Monday trading already ( now sitting minus Eur 3.00 at time of writing.)  Farms are racing through fieldwork at pace with a generally favourable weather forecast ahead. Spring barley UK wide is approaching 50% drilled now on latest estimates.

We will have all the latest market insights at this weeks Shoreham Users Meeting. This year’s event takes place at Plumpton College ( BN7 3AE ) on Friday 27th March, 10:00am start. With the wheat crop looking in great shape so far, there’s every prospect of export markets coming back to the fore in our region. Come and join us for the freshest insights into world markets and what is always a lively discussion. Reserve your place on 01243 755650 or by email to grain@bartholomews.co.uk

Have a good week