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In November 2025, dry bulk grain shipments moving through the Bosporus averaged 23 vessels per day. So far this November, traffic has PLUMMETED to 8 per day. THE NATO-UKRAINE WAR AGAINST RUSSIA HAS SHUT OFF THE RUSSIAN & UKRAINIAN GRAIN TAPS.

In September 2025, dry bulk grain shipments moving through the Bosporus averaged ~23 vessels per day. So far this September, traffic has PLUMMETED to 9 per day. THE NATO-UKRAINE WAR AGAINST RUSSIA HAS SHUT OFF THE RUSSIAN & UKRAINIAN GRAIN TAPS. STAY LONG WHEAT.

Originally the bophouse was suppose to be a reality tv show, but due to differences in opinions it never came to fruition. It’s been a long time coming, but I will be moving forward alone to pursue my dreams with like minded individuals. Thank you for your support for all these years!