The bean market remains stagnant due to weak demand and pressure on prices.

The bean market continues to experience weak demand, with the industry well-supplied and prioritizing the liquidation of stocks, according to the Cepea/CNA Indicator. According to the analysis, this scenario has limited grain replenishment and pressured prices in the main regions monitored by the index. Check the behavior of grains by grade and type: Carioca beans (grades 9 or higher) – For this category, prices fell between March 13th and 20th, influenced by the progress of the harvest in the South of the country. The drops were more intense in the Southern Half of Paraná, with a decrease of 3.99%, and in Eastern Santa Catarina, with 2.78%. In Eastern Goiás, the need for cash also contributed to a 2.92% drop, in an environment of sporadic negotiations. Conversely, the restricted supply of stored lots sustained a 1.68% increase in Northwest Minas Gerais. Even with the recent declines, the partial average for March remains 8.8% above that of February. Carioca beans (grades 8 and 8.50) – The darkening of the grains has influenced sales decisions, with producers seeking liquidity before possible further price decreases. Price drops predominated, notably in Sorriso (MT), where prices fell 4.61% during the period, pressured by lower demand from the local industry. In the Triângulo Mineiro region, the more cautious stance of sellers resulted in a slight increase of 1.48%. Black beans (Type 1) – The imbalance between supply and demand also resulted in price declines. In the southern half of Paraná, for example, prices fell 3.19%, reflecting a greater intention to sell stocks from the previous harvest. In Itapeva (SP), the drop was 0.9%, a result of low buyer interest.

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