Beans: black bean prices drop and Rio de Janeiro bean prices rise in 2025

The bean market in Brazil in 2025 was marked by opposite movements among the main types traded. According to data from Cepea, while black beans recorded a strong devaluation throughout the year, carioca beans showed stability and even a slight increase in prices, especially in the higher quality varieties. The annual average price paid to black bean producers fell by 36.4% compared to 2024, pressured by the increase in supply. In contrast, carioca beans with grades of 8.0 and 8.5 had an appreciation of 8.3%, supported by the lower domestic availability. The variations reflect the balance between production, consumption, and stock of each variety. According to Conab, the total bean production in 2025 was 3.06 million tons, a drop of 4.3% compared to the previous year. Considering the initial stocks, imports, and the volume produced, the domestic supply was estimated at 3.37 million tons — 4.8% less than in 2024. Of this supply, 2.8 million tons are expected for domestic consumption ...