VOLUME 39 NUMBER 07 JULY 2021 features 24 French rolls popular in Brazil Pão francês are sold in every Brazilian bakery. 28 Grain sector rebounding from pandemic IGC Conference speakers say the industry functioned well through difficult circumstances. 34 Shipping costs soaring Commodities 'supercycle' driving up raw material prices and ship owner profits. 42 Black Sea eyes opportunity in China Region is positioned to take market share from the European Union. 50 GEAPS ready for in-person Exchange The first live event since 2019 is planned Aug. 6-9 in Columbus, Ohio, US. 54 GEAPS Exchange product showcase A look at products that will be on display at the 2021 GEAPS Exchange. 60 A perfect recipe for lengthy dryness Conditions are favorable for multiple dry years in North America. 64 Preparing for audits in a pandemic On-site audits are resuming, but virtual or hybrid options are also available. 68 Technical profile Ensuring optimal flour quality. departments 06 Editorial 08 Calendar 10 World Grain News 18 Grain Market Review: Wheat 20 Country Focus: Brazil 74 Supplier News 81 Archive 82 Advertiser Index Cover photo by ©Peter - stock.adobe.com 42 50 34 64 World-Grain.com / World Grain / July 2021 5http://stock.adobe.com https://www.facebook.com/World-Grain-116311181765921/ https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/world-grain https://twitter.com/worldgrain http://www.World-Grain.com