Soybean production will increase significantly in Paraguay

Published 2025년 4월 25일

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Paraguay is set to boost its soybean production to 10.9 million tons in the marketing year 2025/26, thanks to better weather and expanded planting areas, up from 9.7 million tons in 2024/25 when adverse weather affected yields. Soybean exports are projected to increase to 7.2 million tons from 6.5 million tons. The country's crushing industry, influenced by Argentina's crop availability, is expected to run at 70-80% capacity, processing 4-4.5 million tons. Paraguay mainly exports soybean meal and oil to Southeast Asia, Chile, and Argentina due to low domestic consumption.

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Paraguay is expected to see a significant increase in soybean production in the MY 2025/26. According to the USDA (FAO) forecast, the crop could reach 10.9 million tons. Improved weather conditions and increased planting area are expected to have a positive impact on yields. Paraguay grows two soybean crops per year: the main (zafra) and the second (zafrinha). FAO analysts forecast an increase in production volumes compared to 9.7 million tons in 2024-25, which was affected by unfavorable weather. Experts expect a return to normal rainfall, which will stabilize production. Paraguay’s soybean exports are forecast to increase to 7.2 million tons in 2025-26, a recovery from 6.5 million tons in the previous period. Paraguay’s crushing industry is closely linked to the situation in Argentina, a major buyer of Paraguayan soybeans. Increased availability of the Argentine crop is expected to allow ...

Source: UkrAgroConsult