State of Ceará’s Agribusiness Achieved Historic Results in Brazil
Argentina’s National Health and Agrifood Quality Service has implemented a new risk management system to import wooden packaging and support materials, classifying countries by phytosanitary threat levels to prevent pests. The measure allows inspections at the final destination (warehouses), reducing customs holdings by 30% and streamlining international trade without compromising plant health security. (National Government)
The National Agricultural Technology Institute and the National Council for Scientific and Technical Research have validated the fish Megaleporinus obtusidens as a strategic alternative for Argentine aquaculture, with projected yields of up to 90 tonnes/ha/year. This native species showed excellent adaptability to intensive recirculating systems, enabling sustainable production with low environmental impact. The model is scalable to various regions of the country, from family to commercial units, reaching market size within 12 months and optimizing water resource use even under controlled temperature conditions. (INTA)
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock delivered new tractors to the municipalities of Jóia and Santana do Livramento, State of Rio Grande do Sul, as part of the National Program for the Acquisition of Agricultural Machinery and Equipment (Promaq). The investment, funded by the 2025 budget, aims to modernize rural infrastructure and support farmers, totaling 1,779 machines delivered to 140 municipalities since 2024. (Mapa)
In 2025, the Ministry of Integration and Regional Development (MIDR) allocated US$ 1.3 billion in rural microcredit through the National Program for Strengthening Family Farming (Pronaf) for small-sized farmers in the North, Midwest and Northeast regions, enabling over 24 thousand contracts focused on productive inclusion. With interest rates at 0.5% p.y. and focus on family farmers and traditional communities, the funds were directed toward agricultural infrastructure and the financing of essential inputs. The initiative aims to bolster food security and regional productivity, ensuring financial sustainability through repayment bonuses of up to 40%. (MIDR)
The agriculture, livestock, forestry, fishing and aquaculture sectors led income growth in Brazil, with a 7.3% increase in average monthly earnings compared to the same quarter in 2024. According to the National Continuous Household Sample Survey, from Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics, agribusiness’ performance pushed national income levels and total earnings to record highs, contributing to a historical low unemployment rate of 5.2%. (Mapa)
State of Ceará’s agribusiness achieved historic results from January to November of 2025, with exports totaling US$ 453.3 million and a growth of 21.96%. The state consolidated its absolute leadership in cashew nuts, accounting for 94% of national exports (an increase of 88.84%), in addition to recording a significant 31.86% advancement in the fruit sector. (Government of the State of Ceará)
State of Espírito Santo’s 14.9% GDP growth between 2022 and 2023 was driven by the countryside, where municipalities with a strong agribusiness outperformed large urban centers. Highlights such as Santa Maria de Jetibá (32.2%) and Itarana (31.4%) demonstrate that productive organization, technology and agricultural diversification made the sector the main engine of economic expansion and regional development during the period. (Government of the State of Espírito Santo)
The Brazilian agribusiness sector recorded a historical record of 628 Bankruptcy Protection requests (similar to US’ Chapter 11th) in the 3Q25, a 147% increase when compared to 2024. (Serasa Experian)
Amazonian waterways have become a central axis for agribusiness logistics, concentrating over 80% of the national navigable network and moving 107.4 million tonnes in 2024, with soybean and maize representing half of this volume. This transport mode offers a strategic competitive advantage by reducing the cost/ton by approximately 10% on the Northern Arc route and emitting up to 73% less CO2 than road transport, utilizing barge convoys with a capacity equivalent to a thousand trucks. (Antaq)
The National Agricultural Research Institute and Sociedad Mar-Mau Ltda. are developing an agricultural substrate made from marine biofouling waste from the mussel industry. The project aims to transform aquaculture environmental liabilities into inputs for greenhouse horticulture, validating the material’s agronomic performance, productivity and chemical characterization as a sustainable local alternative to traditional substrates. This initiative promotes a circular economy in southern Chile, providing farmers with technical recommendations to optimize commercial yields and reduce production costs through alternative fertilizers and growing media. (INIA)
The Chilean Stone Fruit Committee estimates a record harvest of 42.9 million boxes for the 2025-2026 season, representing a 12% growth compared to the previous year. The agronomic highlights are white-flesh nectarines and Japanese plums, with Asia consolidating its position as the primary strategic destination, absorbing more than 20 million boxes. This increase in productivity and market diversification reaffirms Chile as a high-quality global supplier, with significant expansion also in North America. (Fresh Fruit)
In 2025, Mexico consolidated itself as the central pillar of the US avocado supply, exporting massive volumes, accounting for 97% of American imports. Despite its market dominance and exports to more than 34 countries, the sector faces regulatory and political challenges, with production for the US market restricted to the states of Michoacán and Jalisco, amid a scenario of intense competition and price pressure. (Fresh Fruit)
Agricultural exports had a 22% growth in 2025, driven by phytosanitary efficiency and processes’ digitalization. By issuing over 18.8 thousand certificates, the country ensured international compliance for strategic products, consolidating access to more than 50 global markets, including the US and the European Union. The modernization of the inspection system ensures that technical plant health requirements are strictly met, optimizing the logistics flow for fresh fruit and timber exports. (Government of Panama)
Ministry of Agrarian Development has certified its first technicians as drone operators specialized in aerial photogrammetry applied to agriculture, aiming to modernize technical support in the farms. Starting in January of 2026, the team will conduct high-precision mapping, vegetation studies and geospatial surveys in strategic provinces, using advanced software to generate verifiable data on crop quality. This initiative seeks to enhance farmers’ decision-making through precision agriculture technologies, ensuring more efficient technical inspections and detailed monitoring of national production. (MIDA)
Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock concluded 2025 with a 9.5% sectoral growth, driven by technical assistance provided to nearly 58 thousand farmers and an effective vegetable import substitution strategy, which boosted productivity by 23%. Management prioritized agricultural mechanization, livestock diversification and market access, notably supplying 60% of the food for the “Zero Hunger” program and ensuring the agricultural sector provided 80% of national consumption. Technological advancement was solidified by the National Agricultural Survey and process digitalization, securing a 351% return on invested capital. (MAG)
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