# Russia’s Early-Season Grain Exports Drop Below Half of Average

Russian grain exports in the first months of 2026/27 were less than half their long-term average after terminal damage and shipping disruption. Alternative routes are not expected to replace the lost capacity, and full-season exports could fall below 40 million tonnes.

Published 2026-11-08 by the Feedsoft Markets Desk. Covers: WHEAT, CORN, BARLEY.

Video (41s): https://feedsoft.ai/media/social/76/instagram-934e5cfa60.mp4

## Transcript

- **Russian grain shipments fall sharply** Exports in the first months of 2026/27 were less than half their long-term average.
- **Shipping routes disrupted** Attacks damaged terminals in the Azov–Black Sea basin, disrupting shipments through Novorossiysk and the Azov–Don Canal.
- **Alternative routes gain volume** Other routes are carrying more grain, but are not expected to replace the lost capacity.
- **Full-season exports could fall below 40 million tonnes** That is an outlook for 2026/27, not a final export total.
- **More grain may stay in Russia** Reduced export capacity could leave more grain inside Russia and limit availability to international buyers.

Full analysis: https://feedsoft.ai/events/87942-the-incredible-reality-of-grain-exports-shipments-in-the-first-months-of-the

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