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Rio de janeiro - Brazil
9:00AM to 7:00 PM
Moday To Friday
+55 21 976 723 023
Brazil is one of the world’s largest exporters of agricultural commodities, but finding trusted Brazilian suppliers can be challenging. Whether you need bulk coffee, meat, or raw sugar, this guide will help you:
♦Identify certified exporters with proven track records.
♦Avoid common pitfalls when importing from Brazil.
♦Get exclusive access to our pre-vetted supplier databaseBrazil is one of the world’s largest exporters of agricultural commodities, but finding trusted Brazilian suppliers can be challenging.
♦Whether you need bulk coffee, non-GMO soybeans, or raw sugar, this guide will help you:
♦Identify certified exporters with proven track records.
Avoid common pitfalls when importing from Brazil.
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Brazil supplies 35% of the world’s coffee, but only 12% of exporters meet international quality standards. Here’s how to find the best:
Top 3 Certified Coffee Exporters in 2024:
In terms of export volume, the Port of Santos is the main shipping port. In 2023, Brazil exported a record 47.3 million bags of coffee, with 68.9% of this volume shipped through the Port of Santos.
Main Coffee Exporting Companies:
CLICK HERE and access the sales department of the largest coffee exporters in Brazil.
Brazil is one of the largest global exporters of beef, chicken and pork. However, leadership in each category varies. For beef, Mato Grosso is the leader in cattle slaughter, followed by Goiás and São Paulo. For chicken, the South region leads, with Santa Catarina leading the slaughter, followed by Paraná and Rio Grande do Sul. For pork, the South region also stands out, with Santa Catarina leading the national slaughter, followed by Paraná and Rio Grande do Sul.
Record Production for Pork and Poultry in 2025
The expected production for the 2024/25 cycle for pork is around 5.45 million tons (CONAB, 2024), about 22% more than the 4.45 million tons of the 2023/24 cycle (USDA, 2024).
As for chicken meat, the production forecast estimates 15.51 million tons for the 2024/25 cycle (CONAB, 2024), about 4% more than the 14.9 million tons recorded in the 2023/24 cycle (USDA, 2024).
JBS:
Leads beef exports in Brazil, with significant revenue according to InfoMoney.
BRF:
Although it is better known for poultry, BRF also exports beef according to InfoMoney.
Marfrig:
Is a major exporter of beef, with significant revenue according to InfoMoney.
BRF: Leader in chicken meat exports in Brazil according to Canal Rural.
JBS: Also exports chicken meat, but on a smaller scale than BRF.
Cooperativa Central Aurora Alimentos: It is one of the main cooperatives exporting chicken meat, according to Canal Rural.
JBS: It is one of the main exporters of pork in Brazil, according to Canal Rural.
BRF: It also exports pork, but on a smaller scale than JBS.
Marfrig: It is a major exporter of pork, with significant revenue.
CLICK HERE – And find the contact details of suppliers of Beef, Chicken and Pork.
Brazil is one of the largest sugar exporters in the world, and the sugar-energy sector is one of the most important for the country’s economy.
Sugar exports are one of the main drivers of growth in the Brazilian economy, and the sector has played a fundamental role in the country’s trade balance.
Sugarcane production and processing to obtain sugar and ethanol are important activities for many regions in Brazil, generating jobs and income.
Copersucar: This is a cooperative that represents several mills and has historically led the ranking of exporters.
Raízen: Raízen is a company that also stands out in exports, and often competes with Copersucar for leadership.
São Martinho: The São Martinho Mill is known for being one of the largest sugarcane processors in the world and, consequently, one of the largest exporters.
CLICK HERE – and see the Guide to the 20 Largest Containerized Sugar Exporters in Brazil
Ask for:
Certifications (ISO 9001, BRC, ApexBrasil membership).
Trade References (contact past buyers).
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We pre-vet 200+ suppliers/year and negotiate better terms for buyers.
Case Study: Saved a European client 15% on soybean imports in 2023.
Q: How do I pay Brazilian suppliers securely?
A: Use LC (Letter of Credit) or Escrow. Avoid upfront wire transfers.
Q: What’s the average lead time for sugar exports?
A: 30–60 days from contract signing.
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BRC Global Standards: Food safety certification required by European supermarkets.
Fair Trade: Ensures fair prices for producers and sustainable practices.
CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight): The Brazilian supplier manages freight and insurance to the port of destination.
Letter of Credit (LC): Bank guarantee that payment will be released after proof of delivery.
Lead Time: Time between order and delivery (varies by commodity: coffee = 30 days, soybeans = 60 days).
Bill of Lading (BL): Document that proves possession of the goods during transportation.
Non-GMO Soybean: Non-GMO soybean, demanded by markets such as the EU and Japan.
VHP Sugar: Sugar very low in impurities (standard for export).
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