Newcastle Disease in Brazil Triggers Poultry Import Restrictions in Five Countries
Commercialization of soybeans, corn, wheat, sorghum and sunflower from the 2025/26 crop exceeded 105 million tonnes as of October 7th, a record volume 25% above the five-year average. Approximately 41 million tonnes remained to be commercialized. (Bolsa de Comércio de Rosário)
The National Agri-Food Health and Quality Service opened registration for citrus farms to export fresh fruit during the 2026/27 season. Deadline is November 13th, and registration includes a new traceability platform. The program includes markets as Brazil, China, the USA, Mexico and EU. (Senasa)
The Cristo Redentor international border crossing between Argentina and Chile began reopening on October 21st, following a weather-related closure on October 18th. Freight traffic from Argentina to Chile was authorized as from 9 AM. Freight traffic in the opposite direction is scheduled for October 22nd, with general traffic expected to resume on October 23rd, subject to weather conditions. (Government of Argentina)
Agro-industrial exports reached a record in September, totaling 11.43 million tonnes (+17%) and US$ 5.654 billion (+14%) year over year. From January through September, shipments reached 95.73 million tonnes (+11%) and US$ 43.206 billion (+13%). Agro-industry accounted for 56% of total exports from the country. (Department of Agriculture; Indec)
Following confirmation of Newcastle disease in a commercial turkey farm in Nova Itaberaba, State of Santa Catarina, Mexico suspended imports of live birds and poultry products from Brazil, while Malaysia suspended imports of poultry meat, meat products and edible offal nationwide. China restricted poultry meat imports from the State of Santa Catarina, while Chile and Saudi Arabia imposed restrictions on poultry products originating from the state. (MAPA)
Soybean planting reached 26% of the expected area as of October 15th, for the 2026/27 season, compared with 15% a week earlier and 24% in the same period of 2025. Planting advanced in the states of Mato Grosso and Goiás as rainfall improved, while excessive precipitation delayed fieldwork in the State of Paraná. First-crop corn planting reached 48% of the area in Central-Southern region, compared with 51% a year earlier. (AgRural)
The Foreign Trade Secretariat established rules to exporters to access preferential tariff quotas granted by Norway under the Mercosur–European Free Trade Association (EFTA) agreement. Eligible products include beef, poultry, honey, corn and soybean flour. Quotas will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with preferential treatment scheduled to begin on November 1st. (MDIC)
The government authorized approximately US$ 1.30 billion in extraordinary funding for the Export Guarantee Fund through Provisional Measure No. 1397/2026. The resources may finance eligible exporters and suppliers affected by the trade tariffs imposed by the USA or the war in the Persian Gulf. According to the government, demand for financing through the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) exceeds twice the previously authorized US$ 1.40 billion limit for 2026. (Government of Brazil)
Cosan announced the exclusive negotiations to sell part of its stake in Rumo, a railway logistics operator, ended without a deal. According to the company, the proposed commercial and strategic terms were not considered adequate. The holding company will continue evaluating alternatives for its assets to optimize its capital structure. The disclosure was issued on October 20th. (Cosan)
Tomato farmers from the Arica and Parinacota region of Chile began shipping to Argentina through a new export route, the Jama border crossing, following the implementation of sanitary certification procedures. Regional tomato exports reached US$ 7.1 million from January through September, up 61.8% from the same period of 2025. (ProChile)
Fisheries and aquaculture exports from Chile reached US$ 7.414 billion from January through September (+8.4%), according to a report released on October 22ⁿᵈ. Salmon and trout accounted for US$ 5.060 billion, while shipments from the sector to Brazil reached US$ 787 million (+17.7%). The USA remained the largest destination, with US$ 2.303 billion. (ProChile)
Fresh mandarin exports from Chile reached US$ 142 million from January through September (+15.3%). The USA accounted for 88% of shipments, totaling US$ 125 million. Exports to Mexico increased 285% to US$ 8 million, while the Dominican Republic imported US$ 2 million (+177.1%). (ProChile)
Agricultural financing reached US$ 2.03 billion in September, up 33% from the same month of 2025, according to the Agricultural Sector Financing Fund (Finagro). The number of credit operations increased 27% to 48 K. Banco Agrario disbursed US$ 300 million during the month (+ 14%). (Ministry of Agriculture)
The National Rice Council approved a production planning model scheduled for implementation in the 1H2027. The proposal includes defining planting areas by department, conducting a national rice census and adjusting the administration of import quotas to improve the balance between supply and demand. (MoA)
MoA and retail group Grupo Éxito announced a partnership to expand direct purchases from small and medium-sized farmers. An initial negotiation round with potato farmers is scheduled for October 25th. The initiative also includes a credit line proposal to provide advance financing for agricultural production. (Ministry of Agriculture)
Corn exports from the 2026 crop totaled 964 K tonnes from June through September, compared with 1.79 million tonnes in the same period of 2025, according to the Paraguayan Chamber of Grain and Oilseed Exporters and Traders (Capeco). The association attributed the decline to increased domestic consumption, particularly for ethanol production and poultry and swine feed. (Capeco)
Agricultural and livestock production increased 3.4% year over year in August, with crop production up 4.6% and livestock production up 1.5%. Fresh corn production increased 87%, blueberries 29.8% and cocoa 17.7%. Despite the monthly recovery, overall agricultural and livestock production declined 0.2% from January through August. (Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation)
The EU reinstated authorization to imports of certain categories of horses from Uruguay effective October 22nd, following a suspension triggered by the detection of surra (Trypanosoma evansi) in April. The decision followed approval of the sanitary surveillance program submitted by the government of Uruguay. Resumption of export certification remains subject to compliance with the sanitary conditions established by the bloc. (Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries)
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