Dominican Republic: Grain and Feed Annual

Wheat consumption in the Dominican Republic (DR) during marketing year (MY) 2026/27 (July 2026/June 2027) is forecast to remain stable, with a slight increase at 650,000 metric tons (MT). Wheat imports are projected to reach 800,000 MT, driven by manufacturers' international expansion plans and continued growth in the tourism sector. Domestic corn production is expected to meet less than 5 percent of local consumption, corn imports for MY 2026/27 (October 2026/September 2027) are expected to remain at 1.67 million MT, supported by sustained strong demand from the poultry sector. Milled rice production in MY 2026/27 (July 2026/June 2027) is forecast at 675,000 MT, a decline from the previous marketing year. Rice imports are expected to increase slightly to 50,000 MT, driven by above average rainfall conditions, although volumes will remain limited due to ongoing trade restrictions.