Market report oils and fats August 2025
August 2025: Gustav Heess informs about the current market situation of sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, olive oil, palm oil, castor oil, almond oil, walnut oil and pistachio oil.
| Oil | Current Situation | Forecast / development | Price Trend |
| Sunflower Oil | Delayed harvest in Eastern Europe, very low stocks, strong demand | Impact of summer heat on yields still uncertain | Slightly rising |
| Rapeseed Oil | Larger Canadian harvest → oversupply, prices under pressure | Further development depends on exports from Ukraine & Australia | Slightly falling |
| Olive Oil | Lower-than-expected production, high demand, stocks depleting rapidly | Supply shortage likely to persist | Slightly rising |
| Palm Oil | Prices recently increased, currently above soybean oil (strong demand from India & China) | Short-term correction toward soybean oil level expected | Slightly falling |
| Castor Oil | 2024–25 harvest smaller (−21%), exports to US slowed by tariffs → price still stable | Prices likely to rise soon, recommendation: secure demand until Q1 2026 | Stable to slightly rising |
| Almond Oil (USA) | Early harvest, first varieties with ~20% lower yields (more shells, fewer kernels) | Yields may improve as harvest progresses | No trend yet |
| Walnut Oil (USA) | New USDA contracts and international partners supporting demand | Positive market outlook driven by stronger demand | Slightly rising |
| Pistachio Oil (USA) | Promising harvest, first varieties already collected, new orchards being planted | Good supply despite high demand | Stable to slightly rising |
You can find more detailed information on the Gustav Heess website.