by Robin Twizell RMD Agriculture

CEREAL markets have remained steady, albeit a little nervous at times. The strength of the euro and the problems with crops in various parts of the world has helped improve values.

Oilseed values have improved a little as the ban on animal proteins in feeds means a bigger demand for vegetable proteins.

Prices, Thursday

Kenneth Wilson, Thorpe Arch. - Wheat: Dec £65; Jan £66; Feb £67. Barley: Dec £68; Jan £69; Feb £70. Oilseed rape: Dec £132; Jan £133; Feb £134.

Grainco, Tyne Dock. - Wheat: Dec £64; Jan £65; Feb £66. Barley: Dec £67; Jan £68; Feb £69. Oilseed rape: Dec £131; Jan £132; Feb £133