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Moday To Friday
+55 21 976 723 023
The highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) has been reshaping the global poultry and egg trade since 2022. The outbreak in the United States continues to severely disrupt its domestic supply chain. With mass culling of birds, production declines, and strict sanitary controls in place, the country has become increasingly dependent on poultry imports.
In the first half of 2025, Brazil—the world’s largest chicken exporter—faced a localized outbreak in a commercial farm in Montenegro, Rio Grande do Sul, officially confirmed on May 15, 2025. This event drew international attention, triggered temporary import bans, and prompted a rapid sanitary response.
This article presents a data-backed, in-depth analysis of the latest developments in both countries, the global trade impact, and strategic recommendations for importers seeking safe, certified, and cost-effective poultry suppliers.
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Since 2022, more than 88 million birds have been affected across 48 U.S. states.
In 2024 and 2025, the virus jumped species barriers, infecting dairy cattle and even humans.
USDA estimates the total economic impact has exceeded $1.4 billion.
Poultry production fell by more than 8% in key producing states.
Wholesale prices rose sharply: chicken up 12%, eggs up over 20%.
This crisis has weakened the U.S. position as a poultry exporter and increased its reliance on foreign suppliers, particularly from South America and Asia.
BRAZIL IS FREE OF AVIAN FLU – UPDATE
On May, 2025, Brazil was declared free of avian influenza on commercial farms by the World Organization for Animal Health (WHO), after completing the sanitary fallow period and recording no new cases for 28 days. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) after the end of the sanitary fallow period, initiated after an outbreak on a commercial farm in Montenegro, Rio Grande do Sul, and communicated to the WHO.
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Following the outbreak, more than 30 countries imposed temporary trade restrictions on Brazilian chicken.
By late June, 17 countries—including Japan, Egypt, Vietnam, South Africa, and the UAE—lifted the bans and resumed imports, acknowledging Brazil’s swift containment and transparent communication.
China, however, maintained a 60-day suspension on poultry imports starting in mid-May, in line with its internal protocols.
Brazil’s response received praise from global institutions, including FAO and Codex Alimentarius, for its efficiency and transparency.
According to the WHO and Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture, there is no risk of avian flu transmission through properly cooked chicken or eggs. The H5N1 virus does not survive temperatures above 70°C (160°F). All export-oriented poultry undergoes mandatory inspection by Brazil’s Federal Inspection Service (SIF).
Prioritize by region: Focus on suppliers located in Paraná, Santa Catarina, Goiás, and Minas Gerais—all free of recent avian flu cases.
Request updated sanitary certifications: These include state of origin, plant number, SIF seal, and regional disease status.
Use official disease-free zone maps: Especially important for buyers with restrictions on products from Rio Grande do Sul.
Choose logistics-ready partners: Brazil continues to export through key ports such as Itajaí (SC), Paranaguá (PR), Santos (SP), and Rio Grande (RS).
Seek certified Halal, Kosher, or EU-SIF exporters: Ideal for destinations with strict religious or sanitary import standards.
Despite the isolated incident, Brazil demonstrated technical capacity, transparency, and immediate action. Its decentralized production structure and strong food inspection framework ensure ongoing reliability as a poultry exporter.
Brazil’s certified facilities, vast production capacity, and longstanding reputation with buyers from Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the EU position the country as the top alternative to the U.S. in 2025 and beyond.
The global poultry market is shifting. Importers once reliant on the U.S. are now signing contracts with Brazilian suppliers—drawn by lower risk, better price stability, and higher sanitary compliance.
Thanks to its prompt containment of the H5N1 outbreak and the restoration of its disease-free status, Brazil reaffirms its position as a premium, high-volume source for safe chicken exports.
If you’re a chicken importer in need of certified, reliable, and flu-free Brazilian suppliers, Mello Commodity can help.
We provide:
An updated directory of over 100 active poultry exporters
Data by region, SIF plant number, monthly export capacity, and Halal/EU certifications
Information on current import restrictions and product eligibility by country
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Click here to access the full guide of Brazilian chicken exporters
BRAZIL IS FREE OF AVIAN FLU – UPDATE
On May, 2025, Brazil was declared free of avian influenza on commercial farms by the World Organization for Animal Health (WHO), after completing the sanitary fallow period and recording no new cases for 28 days. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) after the end of the sanitary fallow period, initiated after an outbreak on a commercial farm in Montenegro, Rio Grande do Sul, and communicated to the WHO.
Importers have resumed importing chicken from Brazil. Demand for Brazilian poultry is reaching several countries. Request a quote today.
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