Brazil is struggling with a grain shortage, particularly corn, for its poultry, swine, and feedlots, leading to a significant increase in imports, doubling compared to 2020. The majority of these imports are coming from Argentina. Despite the US dollar's strengthening in Brazil, this situation is expected to drive up grain prices. In response, the Brazilian government has lowered the import tariff on corn from non-Mercosur countries to 8% to ensure the continuation of its leading role in the global export of animal protein.