WASDE report projects increase in sunflower production

Mark Conlon
May 23, 2026
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The World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) reports released by USDA in mid-May gave the market the first look at global production, supply, and demand forecasts for the 2026-27 marketing year for several crops.

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