Exportações de carne suína devem aumentar em 2025

Summary

In this interview, Alexandre Camargo Costa discusses the remarkable growth of Brazilian pork exports, highlighting a 10% increase in 2024 and reaching a historic $3 billion in sales. He attributes the success to reduced production costs, high dollar values, and Brazil’s excellent reputation for food safety. Costa also mentions that the country's diverse export destinations help reduce dependence on single markets. Looking ahead, he projects continued growth in 2025, with a potential 10% increase in exports. He emphasizes the role of Brazil’s robust animal health measures and high-quality standards in maintaining a competitive edge in global markets.

Takeaways

• 😀 Brazil's pork exports saw a 10% increase in 2024 compared to the previous year.
• 😀 The largest importers of Brazilian pork are the Philippines (18%) and China (17%), ensuring diversification and reducing reliance on a single country.
• 😀 Brazil reached a milestone in 2024 with $3 billion in pork exports, marking the first time hitting that value.
• 😀 Brazil exported nearly 1.5 million tons of pork in 2024, a record in volume.
• 😀 Two years ago, Brazilian pork producers faced challenges, including concerns about possible recession and competitiveness.
• 😀 Lower costs of feed ingredients, such as corn and soy, have contributed to the improvement in the pork production industry.
• 😀 The strong value of the dollar made Brazilian pork more attractive and competitively priced on the global market.
• 😀 Brazil has a strong reputation for food safety, with no cases of swine fever, avian flu, or other major diseases, enhancing its appeal as a global supplier.
• 😀 The Brazilian pork industry has grown due to its excellent cost-effectiveness, quality, and sustainability practices.
• 😀 Industry experts project that Brazil's pork exports could grow by almost 10% in 2025, with high demand and competitive pricing supporting this expansion.

Q & A

What was the increase in Brazilian pork exports in 2024 compared to 2023?

Brazilian pork exports increased by 10% in 2024 compared to 2023.

Which countries are the largest importers of Brazilian pork?

The largest importers of Brazilian pork are the Philippines, which account for 18% of the volume, and China with 17%.

How much did Brazilian pork exports reach in terms of value in 2024?

In 2024, Brazilian pork exports reached a value of 3 billion dollars, which was a milestone for the country.

How much pork did Brazil export in terms of volume in 2024?

In 2024, Brazil exported almost 1.5 million tons of pork.

What factors contributed to the rapid recovery and growth of the Brazilian pork industry?

The recovery and growth of the Brazilian pork industry were driven by a reduction in production costs, particularly for corn and soy, and the high value of the dollar, which made Brazilian pork more attractive for export.

How does the strong exchange rate of the Brazilian real help pork exports?

The high value of the dollar makes Brazilian pork more competitive in international markets, as it becomes more affordable compared to other exporters.

What role does food security play in the global demand for Brazilian pork?

Global concerns about food security are pushing countries to look for stable, reliable sources of protein. Brazil's clean record in animal diseases, such as the absence of swine fever or avian flu, helps boost the attractiveness of its pork for export.

What is Brazil's reputation in the global meat export market?

Brazil has an excellent global reputation as a supplier of meat, particularly pork, due to its cost-competitive products, quality, and strong sustainability practices.

What is the projected growth for Brazilian pork exports in 2025?

While it is still early to make definitive projections, there is a possibility of a 10% growth in pork exports for 2025, given the high demand and competitive pricing.

How does Brazil maintain high standards in pork production and export?

Brazil maintains high standards in pork production through integrated systems, which ensure strong animal health, from farm management to slaughter and export. This system guarantees the safety and quality of the product.