JULY 1ST 2026 PEANUT REPORT BY WORLD PEANUT INTERNATIONAL
United States Crop Outlook
According to recent USDA report estimates, the US is projecting a stark 25% reduction in peanut acreage compared to 2025. This downturn is uniform across major growing zones. The Southeast region, heavily driven by Georgia, is seeing acres slashed by approximately 25% due to shifting crop rotations and early-season economic pressures. Similarly, the Southwest region mirrors this 25% drop, signaling a tight domestic supply for the upcoming marketing year.
India Monsoon Delay
In India, the critical monsoon rainfall has been inadequate as of July 1st, severely stalling the planting window. If rains delay further, the impact on major producing states like Gujarat and Rajasthan will be severe. Current projections warn of a potential 35% reduction in peanut acreage compared to 2025, a contraction that could heavily disrupt global oil and kernel trade.
African Production & Market Outlook
In contrast to the tightening supplies in the US and India, Africa’s peanut crop is showing resilience. Favorable early weather conditions across key regional producers have supported steady planting, leading to a small production increase compared to the 2025 season.
Global Market Outlook
Considering all global factors, the deep supply deficits in major exporting nations are highly likely to keep upcoming market sentiment firm. Consequently, expectations indicate that future peanut prices will either remain stable at current high thresholds or continue to increase steadily as supply contracts.