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Russian-Ukraine Conflict Continues

Published October 5, 2026

The Russia-Ukraine war is putting additional pressure on an already tight global fuel market. Russia says it will intensify strikes across Ukraine after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his military will increase attacks on Russian oil refineries. The escalation comes…
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Wheat Buyers Watch Black Sea Disruptions

Published September 9, 2026

Disruptions involving Black Sea ports are adding uncertainty to the global wheat market. NDSU Extension Crops Economist Frayne Olson said buyers are watching both the extent and duration of the disruptions. “The big concern right now is how much damage…
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Shipping Turmoil in Black Sea Region

Published August 31, 2026

The Black Sea grain conflict grew more serious over the weekend. Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s Danube export route, while grain is also backing up in southern Russia because of shipping problems. Russia’s Rostov region has declared an emergency because grain…
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Black Sea Shipping Turmoil

Published August 3, 2026

Russia is stepping up security for commercial shipping in the Black Sea after a series of drone attacks on vessels and port infrastructure tied to the war in Ukraine. Russian officials say they're also developing alternative cargo routes to keep…
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More Transportation Headaches

Published July 15, 2026

Russia is preparing to reroute grain exports after Ukrainian attacks disrupted shipping in the Sea of Azov, a corridor that normally handles about 25 percent of the country's grain exports. Russian officials say grain shipments can be redirected through Black…
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What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published July 13, 2026

The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…
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Russian Wheat Export Capability Hindered

Published July 13, 2026

Ukraine says a series of drone strikes has forced Russia to suspend shipping through the Sea of Azov, disrupting a key export route for oil, grain and other commodities. Ukrainian officials say dozens of vessels have been targeted in recent…
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