AWB’s 2009/10 estimated pool returns (EPRs) for wheat are steady this week, with benchmark APW grade wheat estimated at $263 a tonne in the Eastern Pool and $257 a tonne in the Western Pool (FOB, excl GST).

Lower grade durum values have improved in the Eastern Pool, with the AH9 grade introduced in response to grower needs.

AWB General Manager Commodities, Mitch Morison, said that international wheat values had fallen a little over the past week, while the Australian dollar holding a slightly lower value was beneficial for grower returns.

“Our pool estimates for all major wheat grades are holding steady, in the face of a slightly lower market,” Mr Morison said.

“The market is watching the fundamental supply and demand picture, which is still one of ample supply from 2009, with a few concerns about potential world production in 2010.

“It will be many months yet before the 2010 crop is known with confidence, so in the meantime our pools are well placed to capture market upside.”

Media Inquiries:  Ian Desborough 03 9209 2335 or 0418 853 881

EASTERN POOL - Estimated Pool Return 2009/10 AWB Pool ($/t FOB, excluding GST):
Pool Pay Grade Base Rate	Estimated Pool Return	Change
APH1 (14% protein)	$288	Unchanged
APH2 (13% protein)	$283	Unchanged
AH14 (14% protein)	$284	Unchanged
AH1 (13% protein)	$281	Unchanged
AH2 (11.5% protein)	$275	Unchanged
H2G (11.5% protein)	$275	Unchanged
AUH2 (Flat protein)	$259	Unchanged
APW1 (10.5% protein)	$263	Unchanged
ASW1 (Flat protein)	$256	Unchanged
SFT1 (Flat protein)	$283	Unchanged
AGP1 (Flat protein)	$248	Unchanged
HPS1 (Flat protein)	$243	Up    $10
FED1 (Flat protein)	$223	Unchanged
SFW1 (Flat protein)	$243	Up    $5
AH9 (Flat protein)	$238	New grade
DR1 (Flat protein)	$285	Unchanged
DR2 (Flat protein)	$275	Up    $10
DR3 (Flat protein)	$265	Up    $20
WESTERN POOL - Estimated Pool Return 2009/10 AWB Pool ($/t FOB, excluding GST):
Pool Pay Grade Base Rate	Estimated Pool Return	Change
AH1 (13% protein)	$280	Unchanged
AH2 (11.5% protein)	$275	Unchanged
BR1 (12% protein)	$278	Unchanged
ER1 (12% protein)	$278	Unchanged
AUH2 (Flat protein)	$251	Unchanged
APW2 (10% protein)	$257	Unchanged
ANW1 (Flat protein)	$252	Unchanged
ANW2 (Flat protein)	$242	Unchanged
APWT (10% protein)	$257	Unchanged
ASW1 (Flat protein)	$247	Unchanged
AGP1 (Flat protein)	$242	Unchanged
AUW1 (Flat protein)	$207	Unchanged
SFE1 (Flat protein)	$287	Unchanged
SFT3 (Flat protein)	$267	Unchanged
FED1 (Flat protein)	$207	Unchanged
DR1 (Flat protein)	$275	Unchanged
DR2 (Flat protein)	$255	Unchanged

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