Brazilian agriculture registers record exports in September

In September 2025, Brazilian agribusiness reached the highest export value for the month since the beginning of the historical series, totaling US$ 14.95 billion, an increase of 6.1% compared to September 2024. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa), the sector accounted for 49% of all exports from the country, mainly driven by a 7.4% increase in shipped volumes, despite a slight 1.1% decline in average international prices. From January to September, exports from the sector totaled US$ 126.6 billion, with imports registering an increase of 7.3% in September and 5.4% for the year to date. The Brazilian agribusiness surplus already exceeds US$ 111 billion in 2025, contributing to the balance of the country's external accounts. The Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Carlos Fávaro, highlighted that the performance confirms the sector's resilience. "Even in the face of a challenging external scenario, Brazilian agribusiness maintains competitiveness and a ...