Brazilian beef exports maintain growth rate in April and year-to-date
Brazil's beef exports maintained a growth trajectory in April 2025, with shipments totaling 273.4 thousand tons and generating revenue of US$ 1.33 billion. The figures represent increases of 13.1% in value and 10.2% in volume compared to March. Compared to April 2024, the increase was 27.6% in revenue and 15.3% in exported volume, according to data from the Secretariat of Foreign Trade (Secex/MDIC), compiled by the Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries (ABIEC).
Noteworthy was the growth in exports of beef fat, which increased 199.4% in volume compared to April last year. Processed meats (+11.5% in revenue), offal (+11.8%) and salted products (+62.2%) also showed positive performance, signaling the diversification of the export agenda.
Among the destinations, China maintained the lead in April, with 107.8 thousand tons exported (39.4% of the total) and US$ 530 million in revenue. The United States registered 47.8 thousand tons (17.5%), with growth of 13.6% compared to March and 498% compared to April 2024. Also standing out, by volume, were Mexico (10,978 t), Hong Kong (9,423 t), Chile (9,329 t), Egypt (9,099 t), Russia (7,938 t), the European Union (7,425 t), the Philippines (7,078 t) and Saudi Arabia (6,294 t), which together accounted for more than 81% of the month's shipments.
From January to April, Brazil exported 949.9 thousand tons of beef, an increase of 13.5% compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue totaled US$ 4.55 billion, an increase of 23.7%. China remains the main destination this year, with 392.3 thousand tons shipped (US$ 1.89 billion), an increase of 12.8% compared to the same period last year. This represents a 41.3% share of the total volume exported.
The United States more than quintupled its purchases in the four-month period, totaling 135.8 thousand tons and consolidating its position as the second largest destination for Brazilian exports (14.3% share). Completing the list of the top ten markets are: Chile (39,819 t), Hong Kong (33,711 t), the European Union (29,777 t), Egypt (27,421 t), Russia (27,397 t), Algeria (24,985 t), Mexico (24,313 t) and Saudi Arabia (20,909 t).
“This performance is a direct result of the integrated work of the entire Brazilian livestock chain, from the producer to the exporting slaughterhouse, and of the image of quality, sustainability and reliability built over the years. Although only about 30% of national production is destined for export, this volume represents one of the main sources of foreign exchange generation for Brazil, supplies hundreds of municipalities and ensures full use of the carcass, including products other than domestic consumption. We remain committed to supplying the world with excellence and contributing to the growth of our country”, says Roberto Perosa, president of ABIEC.
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