The FAO Cereal Price Index rose 2.2% to 116.3 points in August 2026, reaching the highest level since May 2024, supported by robust demand, weather-related concerns over crop prospects in key producing regions, and continued uncertainty surrounding Black Sea export flows. World wheat prices rose by 2.6% amid persistent disruptions to Black Sea export logistics, lower production prospects in parts of Europe following hot and dry weather, and a weaker US dollar, which enhanced the competitiveness of dollar-denominated export supplies. International maize prices increased by 2.5%, underpinned by mounting concerns over yield prospects in parts of the Corn Belt of the US and deteriorating production prospects in the EU due to prolonged heat and dryness, with additional support from strong demand from the ethanol and feed sectors and disruptions to Ukrainian export flows. source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Cereals Price Index in World averaged 90.03 Index Points from 1990 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 173.50 Index Points in May of 2022 and a record low of 48.60 Index Points in August of 2000. This page includes a chart with historical data for World Cereals Price Index. World Cereals Price Index - values, historical data and charts - was last updated on September of 2026.