Exports of foodstuffs decline in August

While the U.S. retreated to US$ 332.7 million in purchases (-27.7% from July), China consolidated its leadership as the main destination, totaling US$ 1.32 billion in August, an increase of 10.9% from the previous month and a significant 51% compared to the annual comparison. Mexico also gained prominence, with shipments of US$ 221.1 million, driven by the strong increase in sales of animal proteins, which advanced more than 360% compared to August 2024. Despite the punctual drop, the sector remains strong. From January to July, exports totaled US$ 36.44 billion, virtually stable compared to the same period in 2024, although with a 7.7% decline in volume. In the domestic market, sales accounted for 72% of the total, with a nominal increase of 9.3%, following the expansion of income and employment. By July, the food industry registered 2.114 million direct jobs, 3.3% more than the previous year. ...