President of Brazil Signed the Environmental Licensing Law
Agro-industrial exports grew 4.5% in the 1H25, totaling 54.4 million tonnes and US$ 23.29 billion. Rice increased by 109%, sugar by 145%, sunflower by 144%, and oranges by 124%, leading the largest percentage increases. Vietnam was the largest buyer, followed by Brazil, China, Saudi Arabia, and Peru. (Indec)
In July of 2025, cattle slaughter reached 1.245 million head, up 9.8% from June. (Argentine Beef Exporters Consortium)
Eight organizations in Latin America have launched the LATAM Carbon Network to strengthen carbon markets, coordinate efforts, and attract green investments. (Asocarbono; Argentine Carbon Roundtable)
National Institute of Agricultural Technology reported severe frosts from August 5th to 11th, affecting productive areas. Wheat sowing is almost complete and progressing normally, while the corn harvest is progressing slowly, with 92% of the area harvested. The forecast indicates continued cold weather, light to moderate frosts, scattered rain and snow, and an increased likelihood of a transition to La Niña between October and December. (INTA)
Government has permanently reduced agricultural export taxes (retenciones), increasing prices and predictability for soybean and corn crops, with expectations of expansion in cultivated areas. The EU-Mercosur agreement, scheduled for 2026, will exempt 90% of exportable products from taxes, maintaining soybean and derivatives with a gradual ceiling of 14% over four years, ensuring stable rules and less political intervention, according to Gustavo Idígoras, president of the Argentine Chamber of Oil Industries and the Center for Grain Exporters. (CIARA-CEC)
Argentina has officially begun exporting live cattle, with Israel as its priority market, in addition to ongoing agreements with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, and Morocco. (Argentine Association of Livestock Exporters; Senasa)
Argentine Association of No-Till Farmers and the Responsible Soybean Roundtable announced the implementation of the ASC-RTRS certification, with a pilot module called the Regenerative Incentive System to measure regenerative practices, expanding traceability, markets, and incentives for farmers. (Aapresid; RTRS)
Government announced the “MP Brasil Soberano” package, with US$ 5.54 billion in credit from public banks and US$ 739 million from the Treasury for exporters affected by the 50% tariff imposed by the USA, including expanded government purchases, postponement of federal taxes for up to two months, and priority for national products. (Government of Brazil)
Brazilian exporters of orange juice by-products could lose up to US$ 285 million due to a 50% tariff on by-products and a 10% tariff on juice imposed by the USA, affecting ingredients used in beverages and cosmetics and disrupting operations and the supply chain. (CitrusBR)
Farmers in the State of Paraná accuse the Cerealista Fruet company of a scam that caused estimated losses of US$ 4.07 million to US$ 9.24 million, affecting more than 200 farmers. Silos were emptied and the owner, Celso Fruet, is on the run with an arrest warrant for fraud. The company, which had operated for nearly 30 years, offered above-market prices to attract clients and was abruptly closed in July after selling its property and equipment to Copacol, which denies responsibility for the debts. (Copacol; Paraná Civil Police)
JBS reported a net income of US$ 528.1 million in the 2Q25, an increase of 60.6%, and record revenue of US$ 21 billion. (JBS)
Embrapa has released a new map of soil erodibility in Brazil, classified into six levels. The study used 8,143 mapping units from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics and generated the erodibility index available on the GeoInfo platform. The map will be used to guide public policies, soil conservation, and agricultural planning. (Embrapa)
Saudi Arabia will reopen imports of poultry meat from the State of Rio Grande do Sul after the end of the avian influenza outbreak in Montenegro. The country accounted for 21% of Rio Grande do Sul’s chicken exports in 2024. The State’s Secretary of Agriculture, Edivilson Brum, stated that “we are gradually reopening important and strategic markets for Rio Grande do Sul”. (MAPA; Seapi; Asgav)
The president of Brazil signed the Environmental Licensing Law with 63 vetoes, maintaining protection of the Atlantic Forest, the rights of indigenous peoples and traditional black communities, mandatory reports on Conservation Units, and the responsibility of financiers. The president vetoed simplified licensing, broad transfer to States, etc. (Government of Brazil)
National Supply Company raised its estimate for Brazilian corn exports in 2024/25 to 40 million tonnes, 4 million above the July forecast and above the 38.5 million tonnes of the previous harvest. Total production was estimated at a record 137 million tonnes, with 109.6 million in the second harvest, while soybeans reached 169.7 million tonnes, 14.8% above the previous harvest. (Conab)
Chile suspended imports of meat and livestock from Patagonia, Argentina, following health reforms that allowed the movement of animals susceptible to foot-and-mouth disease. A technical mission from Chile’s Agricultural and Livestock Service will visit Argentina in September to assess health measures before reestablishing trade. (SAG)
National Federation of Cereal and Legume Farmers of Colombia signed a three-year agreement with the Government of the Province of Meta to strengthen the production of cereals, legumes, and soybeans, create productive clusters, and promote local processing. In addition, it has formed an alliance with the Colombian Agricultural Research Corporation for research into soil management, crop rotation, pest control, and precision agriculture, with a view to achieving self-sufficiency, productivity, and food security. (Fenalce; Agrosavia)
Agricultural exports increased 35.6% in June of 2025 when compared to 2024, totaling US$ 1.2 billion, the highest value for the month since 1995, with unroasted coffee accounting for 45.8%, cut flowers rising 32.2%, and palm oil 66%. (DANE)
Mexico set minimum export prices for fresh tomatoes after the end of the anti-dumping agreement with the USA, with a planned annual review and application only to definitive exports, published in the Official Gazette of the Federation on August 8th, 2025. (Sader)
Average price of beef exported by Paraguay increased by 17.7% in July of 2025 when compared to the same month of 2024, with Israel paying the highest price, followed by Taiwan. From January to July, exports totaled US$ 1.2 billion, an increase of 29.2% in value and 9.8% in volume. In total, 50 countries imported Paraguayan beef. (Central Bank of Paraguay)
2 million hectares of commercial forests will be planted in the country by July 2026, with US$ 4.6 billion in investments, generating 5.8 million jobs and capturing 500 million tonnes of CO₂, transforming Peru into a global supplier of sustainable wood and benefiting rural communities. (Sefor; Midagri)
120,650 tonnes of soybeans were imported from January to July of 2025, totaling US$ 53.66 million. Argentina was the largest supplier, with US$ 21.25 million, followed by the US, Paraguay, Bolivia, Uruguay, and Canada. The main importers were San Fernando, Seaboard Overseas Perú, ADM Andina, Bunge Perú, Corporación Rico, and Leche Gloria. (Agrodata)
Peru strengthens its position as a coffee supplier to Chile, with 10 organizations participating in ExpoCafé Chile 2025. Between January and April, Peruvian coffee exports to Chile had an increase of more than 90% when compared to 2024. (Promperú; Mincetur)
Rafael Ferber, president of the Rural Association of Uruguay, stated that the export of live cattle is a State policy and that any restrictions can only be imposed by the president. (ARU; INAC)
Areas cultivated with winter crops reached 713,567 hectares, with wheat covering 304,778 hectares. There was a delay of about one month in planting and a reduction of 49,000 hectares when compared to 2024. (MGAP; DIEA)
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