Brazilian fruit exports to rise in value in 2024 despite climate challenges

Brazilian fruit exports showed significant growth in the value traded between January and August 2024, with a focus on fruits such as mangoes and lemons. Although the exported volume of some varieties suffered a slight drop due to adverse weather conditions, such as excessive rainfall in the main producing regions, the sector remained profitable and expanding. According to data from AgroStat/Mapa, between January and September 2024, the total value of fruit exports increased by 8.51% compared to the same period in 2023, while the exported volume fell by 3.34%, reflecting the challenges faced by the national fruit industry in a production scenario impacted by heavy rainfall. Among the most exported fruits, mangoes led the growth in value, registering an increase of 46.19% compared to 2023 and totaling US$ 215 million. Although the volume of mangoes exported fell by 0.16%, reaching 141 thousand tons, the increase in international prices offset the slight reduction, ensuring profits ...