AGRIBUSINESS EXPORTS FROM MINAS GERAIS GROW 18% IN THE FIRST HALF OF THE YEAR

Agribusiness exports from Minas Gerais totaled USD 9.8 billion in the first half of 2025, up 18% from the same period in 2024, despite a 9% decrease in volume transported. Coffee was the highlight, accounting for 56% of revenues (USD 5.5 billion), with a historic increase led by lower global supply and robust demand, despite an 8.8% drop in export volume. Meat sales also increased, with revenues of USD 831.6 million (+16.8%) and volumes of 238.6 thousand tons (+4.5%). The soybean complex experienced a downturn, with revenues dropping 16.4% (USD 1.91 billion) and volumes declining 7.5%. Exports of forest products and sugar-alcohol also decreased. Minas Gerais shipped goods to 169 countries, with China, the U.S., and Germany as the top buyers. The state reinforced its position as Brazil’s third-largest agricultural exporter.
Source: Seapa / Notícias Agrícolas (*Translated by Ia Niani)