In July 2021, Brazil's agricultural exports reached US$ 11.3 billion, a 15.8% increase compared to the same period in 2020, with the sector's foreign sales from January to July totaling US$ 72.7 billion, a 19.9% increase year-on-year. Soy in grains was the leading export, followed by fresh beef. China was the main destination for Brazilian exports, with the Agro.BR Project aiming to diversify the export basket. There was also growth in fish, dairy, fruit, and tea, mate and spices exports in July 2021.