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Minerva says Brazil beef exports climb 13% in Q2 2026 as China demand intensifies

PUBT·08/10/2026 23:36:53
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Minerva says Brazil beef exports climb 13% in Q2 2026 as China demand intensifies
  • Minerva published its 2Q26 sector outlook, flagging tighter cattle supply across Brazil and key South American markets as herd rebuilding accelerates.
  • Brazil slaughter totaled 7,330,000 head; ESALQ/BM&F Sao Paulo cattle averaged R$ 353.7/@, up 12% year-on-year.
  • Brazil beef exports reached 794,000 tons; export revenue rose to US$ 5.1 billion, up 37% year-on-year.
  • Average export price climbed to US$ 6.4/kg; China took 61% of shipped volume, underscoring continued dependence on that market.
  • Uruguay, Paraguay, Argentina, Colombia also showed higher cattle prices, reinforcing margin pressure risk for processors despite stronger export pricing.


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