The Scientific Research Bureau "Grain and Oilseed Crops. Kazakhstan" has published trading strategy recommendations for producers of grain, oilseeds, and legumes for May 12, 2026. In the wheat group, prices for grades 3 and 4 have increased. The average elevator price (including VAT, KZT/kg) for soft wheat grade 3 with 28% moisture is 115, with a recommendation of "STOP." For varieties with moisture up to 25%, the price rose by 4 KZT to 100, and for up to 23%, by 3 KZT to 96, with recommendations of "AS NEEDED." Wheat grade 4 (up to 20% gluten) costs 95 KZT, with a recommendation of "STOP." For oilseeds and legumes, most market participants expect further price correction.
Flax decreased by 12 KZT to 222 KZT/kg, red lentils by 15 KZT to 127 KZT/kg, and green lentils (large packaging) by 20 KZT to 180 KZT/kg. Prices for rapeseed, sunflower, safflower, soybeans, and white mustard remain unchanged. Recommendations for most items are "AS NEEDED," while for peas, lentils, and durum (protein 14%+), they are "SELL." Prices are for the new harvest, including VAT, at elevators within Kazakhstan.