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The global coarse grains market has seen notable changes in recent weeks, driven by fluctuating weather patterns, shifting trade dynamics, and evolving demand trends. Key crops such as maize (corn), barley, sorghum, and millet are at the center of attention as both production levels and pricing respond to global pressures.📍 Price Movements: Corn prices have shown mild volatility, influenced by mixed harvest reports from major producers like the U.S., Brazil, and Ukraine. Meanwhile, barley and sorghum markets are seeing increased interest due to demand from the feed and brewing sectors.

The headline “Govt Prepares 1 Million Ha 🌱 for Ethanol Feedstock Cultivation 🚜🥬” refers to a significant policy initiative by the Indonesian government. On October 22, 2025, Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman announced plans to open 1 million hectares of agricultural land for cultivating feedstocks such as sugarcane, cassava, and corn.

Ethanol, once mainly known as a fuel additive, has grown into a key ingredient across several industries. Made from crops like corn and sugarcane, this alcohol is now used not just in fuel, but also in cleaning products, hand sanitizers, cosmetics, and even medicines.

In the latest commodities trading session, a sharp correction in gold and silver prices exerted downward pressure on the grain markets. As investors moved to rebalance their portfolios amid volatility in precious metals, agricultural commodities such as wheat, corn, and soybeans faced increased selling pressure.

In a move that could strengthen bilateral trade ties, India has expressed its readiness to purchase crude oil, ethanol, corn, and maize from the United States, according to recent reports. Officials suggest that this decision is part of New Delhi’s broader strategy to diversify import sources and enhance energy and food security.

The sugar-crushing season in Namakkal is set to begin by mid-November, with nearly one lakh tonnes of sugarcane registered for processing at the Salem Co-operative Sugar Mills Limited.