EXPORTS FROM SÃO PAULO’S SUGAR-ENERGY SECTOR TO CHINA HITS USD 1.2 BILLION

In 2025, China solidified its position as the top destination for São Paulo’s agribusiness exports, with shipments surpassing USD 6.8 billion, a 16.7% increase from 2024, according to the state’s Department of Agriculture. The sugar-energy sector was a key driver of this performance, ranking as the third-largest product category in exports to China, with sales reaching USD 1.2 billion, up 24% from the previous year. China now accounts for 24% of all São Paulo agribusiness exports, outpacing other major partners such as the European Union (USD 4.1 billion), the United States (USD 3.5 billion), and India (USD 904.4 million). This outcome highlights the significance of the Chinese market for São Paulo’s sugarcane industry and agriculture performance in global commerce.
Source: Jornal Cana (*Translated by Ia Niani)