Glanbia has offered suppliers a forward price of €183/t for dried wheat and €173/t for dried barley.

Both prices are based on current November 2018 prices.

Growers had until 5pm on Tuesday to take up the offer.

The price offer gives an indication of current market sentiment.

During harvest 2018, Glanbia paid a harvest price of €205/t for green wheat and green barley supplied by members. That included an extra €2/t co-op bonus.

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