In the first nine months of the year, Santa Catarina was the leading Brazilian state in pork exports, contributing over half of the total volume and revenue. In September, the state exported 61,400 tons, marking a 10.1% increase from the previous year, with revenue reaching $150.4 million, an 18% rise from the previous year. The Philippines became the top buyer, significantly increasing its import volume and revenue share, followed by Japan and Mexico. However, exports to China and Chile saw a decline. The Philippines accounted for 24.3% of the revenue, with China and Japan contributing 18.7% and 17.8%, respectively.