Meat production is expected to advance by 0.4% in 2026, according to Conab

Brazilian meat production may reach 32.6 million tons in 2026, according to the National Supply Company (Conab). The volume indicates a 0.4% increase from the forecast for 2025 and marks a new record driven mainly by poultry and swine production. The survey also projects a new advance in chicken meat production, which may reach 15.86 million tons next year, above the 15.5 million expected for 2025. The availability of chicken meat for the domestic market increases in 2025, even with the advance of exports to 5.2 million tons. The sector faced restrictions after a case of avian influenza in Rio Grande do Sul, but maintained the pace of shipments thanks to demand from other destinations. In November, China resumed purchases, reinforcing the flow of external sales. For 2026, Conab estimates new growth in exports, which may reach 5.25 million tons. The domestic supply is also expected to advance by 3.1%, reaching 10.62 million tons, which sustains a per capita availability of 51.3 ...