Brazil set a new record in March 2025 for poultry exports, with shipments reaching 476,000 short tons (13.8% increase) and revenue totaling $889.9 million (18.5% increase). For Q1 2025, exports surpassed 1.53 million short tons, generating $2.59 billion in revenue. China remained the primary market, while Paraná led state exports. ABPA highlighted unprecedented growth in the sector.

In March, Brazil witnessed a remarkable surge in poultry exports, with shipments reaching 476,000 short tons. This indicates a 13.8% increase compared to the same month last year, as reported by the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) using data from Brazil’s Foreign Trade Secretariat (Secex). The revenue from these exports also saw a substantial increase of 18.5%, amounting to $889.9 million, up from $751.3 million in March 2024.

During the first quarter of 2025, Brazil exported 1.53 million short tons of chicken meat, representing a year-on-year increase of 13.7% from 1.34 million short tons. The revenue generated in this period reached $2.59 billion, marking a notable rise of 20.8% from the $2.14 billion recorded in Q1 2024.

China emerged as the primary destination for Brazilian poultry in March, importing 51,150 short tons, a 19.3% increase from prior figures. Other significant markets included Saudi Arabia, with 44,650 tons (+15.7%), and the United Arab Emirates, receiving 35,480 tons (decreasing by 21%). Additional countries such as Japan, South Africa, the Philippines, the European Union, Mexico, South Korea, and Iraq displayed varying trading volumes with Brazil.

At the state level, Paraná held the position as Brazil’s leading poultry exporter, shipping 211,900 short tons in March, reflecting an increase of 11.6% year-on-year. It was followed by Santa Catarina with 116,960 tons (+12.1%), Rio Grande do Sul with 69,690 tons (+11.2%), São Paulo with 29,240 tons (+19.9%), and Goiás with 24,910 tons (+18.6%).

ABPA President Ricardo Santin commented on the milestone, stating that the average monthly export volume exceeded 507,000 short tons in the first quarter, underscoring unprecedented industry achievements. Furthermore, he noted that growth in higher-value markets has significantly influenced revenue growth, indicating that projections for the year could be exceeded.

In conclusion, Brazil’s poultry export sector achieved record-breaking numbers in March 2025, with significant increases in both volume and revenue. High demand from markets like China and improved performance from various Brazilian states contributed to this success. The continued growth in high-value markets signals a promising outlook for future exports, as industry leaders express optimism about surpassing initial projections.

Original Source: www.thepoultrysite.com

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