Despite the forecast reduction, compared to the previous month, the global gross harvest of soybeans will be at a record level – 358 million tonnes.

The forecast of world consumption has not changed – 353 million tons (346 million tons last season).

Assessment of world trade in soybeans increased slightly to 153 million t, which corresponds to the 2017/18 season.

The forecast for carryover stocks has been reduced by 5 million tons to 49 (43) million tons Increase in soybean stocks in the U.S. compared to last season, will cover their reduction in the other countries producing this crop.