India Looks for Sunflower Oil Alternatives

India, the world's largest importer of sunflower oil, sought to secure alternative supplies following disruptions in vegetable oil imports caused by attacks in the Black Sea region and a decline in domestic harvests due to weak monsoon rains. The attacks on Black Sea ports and infrastructure, which delayed shipments from Russia and Ukraine by up to 60%, led to a rise in oil prices. As a result, India imported Argentine oil, Australian canola oil, and other alternative oils such as palm oil and soybean oil to meet seasonal demand ahead of the festival season. These shifts are expected to continue, despite potentially leading to further tightness in the global market and price increases, as demand for alternative oils rises amidst challenging market conditions.

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