
US barley growers from Idaho, Montana, North Dakota and Washington met virtually with Mexican brewers to review planting area, expected yields and crop conditions. Growers reported recent rains have supported a good crop.
Mexican brewer demand for US barley has grown significantly, and buyers want to build forward contracts for 2025 and beyond.
Growing Mexican brewer demand and forward contracting interest could strengthen export demand for US barley, though this is a relationship-building event with no immediate price shift.
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