Organic agricultural prices rise in October

The prices of main organic agricultural raw materials have generally increased in October on the French physical market, with more activity in animal feed than in human food. Organic straw cereals saw price increases between October 7 and October 28, 2026, driven by higher demand from animal feed manufacturers compared to the agri-food industry.

Wheat prices stabilize and vary by type

The price of wheat has stabilized for milling quality but increased for forage wheat. Organic milling wheat with 11% protein content ranged between 440 €/t and 470 €/t, remaining stable over the last three weeks. Lower-protein organic soft wheat was traded between 380 €/t and 400 €/t, with some storage organizations buying it for baking purposes.

Harvest quality and protein content details

The 2026 organic soft wheat harvest has an average protein content of 11.1% nationally, according to the Arvalis survey. About 42% of the harvest has a protein content above 11%, while other portions fall into different ranges. Organic milling wheat with 12.5% protein is priced between 490 €/t and 500 €/t.

Forage wheat and rye prices rise

The price of organic forage wheat increased over the last three weeks to 370-395 €/t due to limited availability. Organic rye prices have remained high, fluctuating between 325 €/t and 345 €/t, which is 20 €/t higher than the 2025 harvest. This is due to a 17% reduction in the 2026 harvest compared to the previous year.

Spelt market shows contrast

The spelt market varies by variety. Small organic spelt from France has become scarce, with prices reaching up to 2,050-2,250 €/t. In contrast, large organic spelt has a satisfactory harvest both in France and Europe, with prices ranging between 900 €/t and 1,050 €/t in France and 1,140 €/t to 1,150 €/t for imported goods.

Oats and durum wheat markets

In organic oats, the flake market lacks buyers, with prices set at 300-360 €/t in France. Forage quality oats are priced at 250-270 €/t in France, with EU-origin oats being more expensive due to high logistics costs. In organic durum wheat, Italy and Belgium are buyers, with prices at 550-580 €/t in France compared to 455-465 €/t in EU and non-EU origins.

Buckwheat and alfalfa harvests

In organic buckwheat, the harvest is expected to be low, with prices at 1100-1250 €/t in France compared to 1000-1100 €/t in EU. Organic dehydrated alfalfa's fourth cut is completed, but yields remain lower than previous cuts, with average yearly yields dropping by at least 30% according to initial reports.