Barley Harvest 2026 to Decrease: Market Prices Are Already Rising

The total barley harvest for the 2026 season is expected to decrease significantly, and this is already reflected in current prices. The reduction in planted areas, along with increased weather risks, is shaping a new market situation that creates favorable conditions for the profitable sale of remaining old harvest stocks. This is reported by AgroReview Market Changes and the Impact of International Demand As of April, the price for new harvest barley for 2026 is $205–207/ton, which is lower than the price for the old harvest — $217–222/ton or 10,800–11,100 UAH/ton. However, experts note that the market situation is changing rapidly: the reduction in planted areas and weather-related risks are already affecting the availability of new grain, pushing prices upward. Support for the Ukrainian market is also provided by international demand. In particular, Turkey has announced a tender to purchase over 200,000 tons of barley for delivery between March and May, while Jordan has ...