# SAFEX sunflower futures slide as Black Sea seed prices stay weak

> SAFEX sunflower futures fell about 1.5–1.7% on November 5, with November settling at ZAR 10,170/t. Black Sea and EU seed prices remained under pressure from ample new-crop supplies, while European physical quotes were mostly steady to slightly lower.

- Date: 2026-11-06 · published 2026-11-06T09:07:46.070Z
- Category: market · region South Africa and Black Sea · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/83645-safex-sunflower-futures-slide-as-black-sea-seed-prices-stay-weak
- Commodities: [Sunflower Meal](https://feedsoft.ai/c/SUNMEAL.md)

## Why it matters

Abundant harvested seed is weighing on prices, although improved crushing margins and Black Sea export risks are limiting downside for processed products. The article reports routine price moves rather than a new market-moving supply shock.

## Sources

- commodity-board.com: https://commodity-board.com/safex-sunflower-slips-while-black-sea-seed-stays-under-harvest-pressure

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