UK cereals supply and demand estimates

• Reduced availability of wheat in the 2024/25 season outweighs reduced domestic consumption. Although steady exports leave ending stocks well above the five-year average.
• For barley, a slight climb in availability is outweighed by increased domestic consumption, leading to a tighter than average balance this season. However, reduced exports leave heavier ending stocks.
• This season, due to increased usage in both the human and industrial and animal feed sectors, maize imports are expected to be well above average.
• Despite heavier oat supplies, increased consumption leaves a tighter oat balance this season compared to last. Though minimal exports lead to heavier than average stocks.

Next update: March 2025

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