U.S. peanut exports are showing strenght despite some trade concerns.
Global demand for American peanuts remains solid, with key markets like Canada and Mexico holding steady. While exports to China have dipped slightly, they continue to be an important buyer, especially for peanut oil.
Challenges remain in Europe, where tighter testing rules have slowed shipments, particularly in the Netherlands, but testing procedures are expected to ease those issues.
Growers across the southeast have planted a record amount off acres this year.
However, dry conditions in key states like Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and South Carolina have farmers hoping for much-needed rain.
These four states supply about 70% of the nation’s peanuts, making weather a crucial factor for the crop outlook, especially as the peanut harvest nears.