Wheat harvest is expected to drop by 6.5% in Brazil

Wheat production in Brazil for the 2024/25 season presents significant reductions in some states, while others register growth, according to a survey conducted by TF Agroeconômica. The data obtained are fundamental for the Brazilian market, as they guide strategic import and export decisions, influencing prices and planning of the production chain. The detailed analysis by state shows a mixed scenario, reflecting climatic differences, agricultural management, and productivity history. In Rio Grande do Sul, the main national wheat producer, the harvest expectation fell 18.24% compared to the previous season, from 3.91 million tons to about 3.2 million. Santa Catarina is also expected to register a decrease, from 460.7 thousand tons to 374.5 thousand, a decline of 18.71%. Central-Western states, such as Goiás and Bahia, face even more significant losses, of 25.4% and 34.21%, respectively, directly impacting regional supply and the need for adjustments in marketing strategies. On the ...