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John Ramaker

Lead editor Arable Markets

John Ramaker serves as a senior agriculture and crop market analyst at DCA Market Intelligence, bringing extensive experience in both European and international crop markets. His expertise spans potatoes, onions, grains and other arable crops, enabling him to provide actionable insights that support growers, traders and food professionals in making informed, strategic decisions.

At DCA Market Intelligence, John monitors market trends, price developments, and supply chain dynamics, translating complex data into practical analysis. His work covers areas such as harvest projections, storage analysis, trading patterns and policy developments, helping stakeholders navigate a fast-changing market landscape.

Explore John’s latest research, reports, and market analyses, or connect with him on LinkedIn for updates on potatoes, onions, grains, and other crops.


Latest insights

Analysis|Published: Apr 10, 2026

Weak sales of small onions widen price differences

Onion exports are running at a high level, but demand for medium and fine sizes is lagging and putting pressure on prices. Sorters are struggling with sales and margins. Read more about the sales of medium sizes.

Analysis|Published: Apr 8, 2026

Peace agreement pushes wheat price back below €200

The wheat market in Europe is falling under pressure from the temporary peace agreement, lower energy prices and increasing competition in exports. At the same time, yield expectations are rising in Russia and France. Read more about the fall in the wheat price on the futures market.

News|Published: Apr 8, 2026

Spain and Morocco give onion exports a strong boost

Onion exports are picking up slightly in week 12 due to extra demand from Spain and Morocco. As a result, the weekly volume comes to just above 20,000 tons. At the same time, sales are shifting and other markets remain decisive. Read more about the development of onion exports.

News|Published: Apr 7, 2026

Weaker cocoa processing weighs on prices

The cocoa market is losing ground as futures decline and weaker demand becomes visible in processing figures. At the same time, supply remains uncertain due to drought in West Africa. Read more about demand developments in the cocoa market.

News|Published: Apr 7, 2026

FAO expects smaller wheat production in 2026

Global wheat production is declining due to lower yields and uncertainty around costs and area. Differences between regions are increasing pressure on supply and production prospects. Read more about global wheat production 2026/27.

Analysis|Published: Apr 1, 2026

Wheat market gets support, but price increase remains limited

The wheat market is receiving support from shrinking acreage, drought and currency, but price developments remain limited by ample supply. The tension between production and demand keeps the market in balance. Read more about price formation in the wheat market.

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