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Export market information

HGCA promotes UK cereals world-wide and for all end uses. Export trade statistics are compiled by our Market Information Department. British Cereal Exports (BCE) works with plantbreeders, growers, traders and overseas buyers to build better communication between all sectors involved in cereal exporting from the United Kingdom.

EXPORT MARKETS

Export markets are a key part of the UK cereal industry. Between 3 and 4 million tonnes of wheat and 1 million tonnes of barley are exported every year to over 30 countries.

   

STATISTICS

QUALITY WHEAT FOR EXPORTS

Meeting Customer needs - choosing the right variety

  • Government wheat tender specifications outside the EU - Please click on the image below to view the enlarged table.

  • Chopin Alveograph Guide - When buying milling wheat, many overseas buyers will demand a Chopin Alveograph specification in addition to the standard measures of protein, Hagberg Falling Number, specific weight and moisture, irrespective of its origin. This guide gives more detail about the Chopin Alveograph test. Click here.
  • HGCA Recommended lists - The HGCA Recommended List for 2006/2007 is now available and includes details on recommended varieties for UK wheat, barley and oilseed rape crops. To view the list, click here .

    Wheat varieties in the export brands are integrated in the Recommended lists. For more information, click here .

EXPORT COMMUNICATIONS: HOW TO STAY INFORMED

  • Export related publications ranging from Wheat exports to updates for growers on the activities of British Cereal Exports.
  • British Cereals Update is the free monthly newsletter from BCE available by email or fax in English, French, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. Click on the link to subscribe.
  • Events - Forums and meetings throughout the UK aimed at keeping UK growers, plantbreeders and traders informed of export issues.
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