1. Weekly News

Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s Peanut Cultivation Completed in Char Areas with Bumper Kharif Harvest Expected

Peanut cultivation has been completed this season in the char areas of Daulatpur, Shibalaya, and Harirampur upazilas, where farmers expect a bumper harvest during the Kharif season. The sandy soils of these regions, formed by the Padma and Jamuna rivers, are well-suited for peanut farming, which requires minimal irrigation and fertilizer. Cultivation began in Feb-25 and continued through Apr-25, with local farmers expanding peanut planting. The Department of Agricultural Extension set a target of 3,200 hectares (ha) and 7,560 metric tons (mt) of production.

United States

APC Leads Strategic Trade Mission to Japan

The American Peanut Council (APC) led a trade mission to Japan in W20 to engage with key United States (US) agriculture officials, importers, and manufacturers in one of the US peanut industry's most important export markets. Japan ranks as the fifth-largest destination for US peanuts, with exports exceeding 16,000 mt valued at USD 31.4 million in 2024. This mission aims to strengthen trade relationships and explore growth opportunities. It also includes meetings with the US Embassy, a trade reception at the Ambassador's Residence, and visits to Japan's peanut processing and retail facilities.

GPC Allocates USD 764 Thousand for Research Advancing and Crop Sustainability

The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) has approved USD 764,189 in funding for 40 research projects in the 2025/26 budget, involving institutions such as the University of Georgia, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS), and others. These projects focus on peanut breeding, conservation, irrigation, pest and disease management, and explore non-food uses like poultry feed and timber oil applications. Georgia peanut growers contribute USD 2/mt annually to support these initiatives. Additionally, GPC oversees USD 1.46 million in research funding for the Southeastern Peanut Research Initiative across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, funded by the National Peanut Board.

2. Weekly Pricing

Weekly Peanut Pricing Important Exporters (USD/kg)

Yearly Change in Peanut Pricing Important Exporters (W20 2024 to W20 2025) 

United States

In W20, US peanut prices fell to USD 0.51 per kilogram (kg), reflecting a 13.56% week-on-week (WoW) and 15% year-on-year (YoY) decline. This drop aligns with increased farmer stock availability, despite a sharp WoW decline in weekly marketings, from 129.7 million pounds (lbs) to 37.7 million lbs, suggesting a buildup in supply from prior weeks that is weighing on prices. Future price recovery will likely depend on successful export expansion and market diversification efforts.

Brazil

In W20, Brazil's peanut prices declined slightly by 0.32% WoW to USD 3.10/kg, reflecting a significant 26.02% YoY increase from USD 2.46/kg. This short-term price softness reflects strong harvest volumes and high-quality output reported in W17, bolstering export prospects. However, persistent rainfall poses a risk of harvest delays and crop damage, potentially tightening supply. If adverse weather continues, it could reverse the recent price decline and drive prices upward in the medium term, indicating that Brazil's peanut market remains sensitive to climatic conditions impacting supply stability.

3. Actionable Recommendations

Enhance Production Efficiency in Char Areas

Encourage farmers in Daulatpur, Shibalaya, and Harirampur upazilas to adopt best practices suited to the sandy soils, such as minimal irrigation and optimized fertilizer use, to maximize the expected bumper Kharif harvest. Support from agricultural extension services should focus on expanding high-yield techniques and post-harvest management to sustain productivity.

Expand Export Market Engagement

Building on the US peanut industry’s trade mission success in Japan, exporters should pursue similar strategic outreach to other high-potential international markets. Strengthening trade relationships through government and industry collaborations, along with market-specific promotions, can help diversify export destinations and increase global peanut demand.

Invest in Research and Innovation for Climate Resilience

Stakeholders should prioritize funding for peanut breeding, pest management, and irrigation research, particularly projects that address climate variability risks as seen in Brazil. Expanding research on alternative peanut uses could also open new markets and add value, helping to stabilize supply and improve farmer incomes.

Sources: Tridge, Morning Ag Clips, The Blackshear Times, BSS News