Exports reach US$1.287bn in 2024, despite slight dip in shipment volumes
The value of Brazilian fruit exports topped US$1.287bn in 2024, up from US$1.2bn in the previous year, according to customs data. The growth – of just over 3 per cent – comes despite shipments contracting by 0.85 per cent in volume.
The main destinations for Brazilian fruit continue to be the European and North American markets. The Netherlands, UK, Spain and US remain the largest importers, highlighting the strategic importance of these markets for the national fruit industry.
Mango led Brazil’s export charge, with shipments totalling 258,000 tonnes worth just over US$348mn – a value increase of 12.14 per cent compared with 2023. Melon exports also grew significantly, driven by growing global demand.
However, table grape exports registered a slight drop in volume and value. This was mainly the result of adverse weather conditions in the main producing regions and logistical challenges that affected the flow of production.
Looking ahead, industry association Abrafrutas said it hoped to maintain the current rate of growth in 2025, with a strategic focus on market expansion and consolidation in key regions.
“The opening of new markets, such as the Chinese market for Brazilian grapes and the Chilean market for Brazilian avocados, demonstrates the potential for expansion, although success depends on constant improvements in product quality, logistics and bilateral negotiations,” Abrafrutas said.
Abrafrutas added that it is committed to promoting innovation and sustainability in the sector, with actions focused on product quality and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) principles. The goal is to strengthen its presence in the European and North American markets, while also seeking to consolidate new markets in Asia and Africa.
“We are confident that 2025 will bring more opportunities for the sector, with an environment increasingly conducive to sustainable development and the competitiveness of Brazilian fruit production in the international market,” the association said.
