Russia president says grain leaving Ukraine ports isn’t reaching poorest countries.

Cargo is headed to eight countries. 

Despite record crop, shipments fall 22% amid war with Ukraine.

Port home to several major grain terminals, but not covered by export agreement.

Wheat shipment to help feed 1.5 million Ethiopian refugees.

Country racing to empty port bins so new crop can be stored.

Analysts forecast 52.5 million to 55.4 million tonnes amid Russia’s invasion.

War in Ukraine sparks ongoing demand for US grain, report notes.

War limits this year’s nearly completed harvest to 17.4 million tonnes.