The Brazilian rice sector began 2026 with a strong recovery in exports. Between January and March, the country shipped 685 thousand tons of rice (husk basis), a volume 144% higher than that recorded in the same period of 2025, when 281 thousand tons were exported. According to data from the Brazilian Rice Industry Association (Abiarroz), based on the Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade and Services (MDIC), revenue for the quarter also advanced, with a 55% increase, totaling US$ 159.7 million. According to Abiarroz, the resumption of the pace of shipments is directly related to the replenishment of domestic stocks, after a period of low availability in 2025, when climatic events impacted production. With a larger supply in the domestic market, Brazil returned to operating with a more regular flow of exports during the 2026 off-season. In the first quarter of 2026, the main destinations for Brazilian rice were Venezuela, Senegal, and Mexico, reinforcing the product's presence ...