| Due to slow demand, the almond market is a bit soft. Sellers are willing to sell but buyers are reluctant and sitting on their hands. Consumer demand for the weeks/months ahead is uncertain due to the geopolitical situation and making importers/packers reluctant to take long positions. |
| New crops are developing well and expected to be around the same or slightly better than 2025 crops, i.e. around 2.7-2.8 billion pounds |
| Carry over is expected to be around 550-600 million pounds and supply for 2026-2027 should be OK. |
