Wheat is an annual herbaceous plant that belongs to the Poaceae or Poaceae family. It is considered the most widespread and sought-after world crop, from the raw materials of which food products are produced. Wheat is also suitable for animal feed. To open your own production or start farming, you need to know exactly how much a ton or bag of wheat costs.
Average price of wheat
The price for this product depends on the basic supply, product quality, purchase volumes, and efficiency of payment. Factors such as grain class can also affect the cost.Wheat of classes 3, 4, 5, as well as durum varieties, which are the most valuable, goes on sale.
Ton
The table will provide information on the cost of wheat of different classes depending on the region. Price in rubles:
| Region | Third class (thousand rubles) | Fourth grade (thousand rubles) | Fifth grade (thousand rubles) |
| Volgogradskaya | 13,6-13,6 | 13,6-13,6 | 13,6-13,6 |
| Voronezh | 10,385-10,583 | 10,187-10,187 | |
| Krasnodar region | 14,2-15,9 | 11,329-15,9 | 11,131-15,9 |
| Rostovskaya | 11,5-15,8 | 11,5-15,5 | 11,5-15,2 |
| Stavropol region | 142-14,2 | ||
| Tula | 14-14 | 13,6-13,6 |
Bag
Wheat is packaged in bags of 25-80 kg. Everything will depend on the manufacturer and the point of sale of the products. Entrepreneurs who specialize in wholesale trade deliver goods in bags. You can purchase wheat in a warehouse or store in any packaging. As for elevators, mills and factories, sales take place there in tons and in bulk.
The cost of one bag depends on the weight and category of grain, variety, as well as the region of sale:
- 25 kg – 250-425 rubles;
- 50 kg – 500-850 rub.;
- 80 kg – 800-1360 rub.
Kilogram
You can purchase wheat by the kilogram at retail outlets and warehouses. The cost depends on the manufacturer, grain category, and variety. Products come in different quality, so you should pay special attention to this fact before purchasing. For 1 kg of raw materials you will have to pay from 10 to 17 rubles.
What affects the cost
The price of wheat is influenced by the following factors:
- Production indicators. That is, the results of the last harvest and the expected harvest. This takes into account the sown area, forecast, balances in warehouses, and harvest dates. If the farmer harvests the crop later than expected, this provokes a rise in prices. Production performance has a strong impact on cost if the forecast does not coincide with reality in exporting countries.
- Weather factors.If the harvest fails due to extreme heat, the price goes up. If the plant is attacked by pests and disease, then the cost also increases. If it rains heavily and the products spoil, the price increases again.
- Economic forces. This includes the volume of exports and imports, supply and demand, the state of the market economy, and the situation in the importing country.
- The situation in neighboring markets. Any crisis situation stimulates the grain market.
- Political situation. Any changes on the political front of the exporting country have a negative impact on purchasing power.
- Speculation. Influential speculators often have no idea what a crop looks like, but still contribute to its marketability and price.
Where can I buy grain
You can purchase the product at retail in warehouses and specialized stores. As for purchasing a larger batch, it is recommended to give preference to trusted agricultural companies that are engaged not only in the sale and storage of raw materials, but also in cultivation. Sales are carried out from elevators, mills, and cereal factories.
