Grape exports fall in August but expected to pick up in September

Brazilian grape exports totaled around 850 tonnes in August, a volume 20% lower than in July 2025 but 2% higher than in August 2024, according to Comex Stat data.

Revenue reached US$1.7 million FOB last month. Argentina stood out for the second consecutive month as the main destination, absorbing 78% of total exports. Together, Argentina, Bolivia, and Uruguay accounted for 86% of sales during the period, followed by Europe (9%) and the United States (3%).

In the case of the U.S., after the first month under the new 50% surcharge on Brazilian products — which caused declines for most items except grapes — export volume dropped 34% compared with August 2024. The most significant impact, however, was seen in revenue, which fell by half, reflecting a disproportionate decline. The average FOB price also decreased, from US$5.10/kg in August 2024 to about US$4.00/kg in August 2025, a 22% reduction in value per tonne.

Expectations are that shipments will gain momentum starting in mid-December, with a progressive increase in volumes as seedless grape supply from the São Francisco Valley (PE/BA) rises.

Check out below a history of Brazilian grape exports from 2022 to 2024. The chart was prepared with DataLiner data:

Brazilian Grape Exports | 2022 to 2024 | WTMT

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Despite the tariffs imposed by the U.S. government, exporters report that Brazilian grapes continue to achieve good returns in other destinations, though lower than in the same period last year, due to redirection to alternative markets and the larger supply of grapes from northeastern Brazil this season. Still, the outlook remains positive and supports expectations of good results for the season.

Source: Notícias Agrícolas

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