There was
good demand at generally firm to dearer rates that strengthened as the sale
progressed.
BP1 well
made invoices were generally firm to 10 cents dearer following quality. Lesser
sorts were generally
easier by 3
cents. PF1 opened 4 cents easier but closed firm to 10 cents dearer. PF where
firm to 26 cents
easeir were
sold. PF1SC met a very selective market better liquoring invoices were
firm to 10 cents. PD met an easier
market and
were sometimes upto 20 cents down on last. D1 were 2 cents easier to 5 cents
dearer following quality. Fanngs/F2 were firm to 7 cents dearer. Fanngs - Few
available were neglected. Dust were generally firm on last. D2/RD
were firm
to 4 cents easier.
WEATHER/CROP
Very dry
conditions prevailed with clear skies and cool nights. Crop intakes continue to
decline.
BUYERS
PURCHASES
Lipton
1300
VR 1180
ST 3240
Target
280
ITS 160
Global 500
JF
380