Guatemalan Sesame Seed processing will start in week 46, while pricing is still unavailable

The 2021-2022 season of sesame seeds is on track and in timing with projections. Field collection of the seeds began in week 44, given the rainy season had ended. It is expected that producers will supply significant quantities for exporters for processing as soon as week 46 starts. Pricing for exporting natural and hulled sesame is still unavailable, and exporters may provide indicators in the coming days.