The article reports on the stable freight market in the Azov-Black Sea region in the 37th week, with a flat rate of $26 per ton for deadweight cargo sent from Azov to the Sea of Marmara ports. The main shipping destinations are Egypt and Mersin, with a high demand for niche crops like chickpeas, bran, and peas. However, strong winds in the Rostov region have led to an outflow of water in the Don River, causing a drop in water levels in the ports of Azov and Rostov and potential loading issues. Russia has also changed its duty rates on wheat, barley, and corn exports effective from September 11.