AGRO ACCOUNTS FOR 43% OF MINAS GERAIS EXPORTS IN THE FIRST TWO MONTHS

Agribusiness exports from Minas Gerais surpassed mining in the first two months of 2025, accounting for 43% of the state’s overseas sales, with a total value of roughly USD 2.6 billion. Despite a 24% decline in export volume, profits increased by 18% due to the strengthening of commodity prices. Coffee ranked first with USD 1.8 billion, followed by meat (USD 247 million) and forest products (USD 197 million). The state has risen to become Brazil’s third-largest exporter, shipping goods primarily to the US, China, and Europe. However, the soybean and sugar-alcohol sectors have faced significant losses due to logistical challenges and adverse weather conditions
Source: Uagro (*Translated by Ia Niani)