Brazil close to becoming third-largest pork exporter

Brazil’s pork exports totaled 1.51 million tonnes in 2025, a record for the sector and an increase of 11.6% from 1.352 million tonnes in 2024, according to data from the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA). With the result, Brazil is expected to overtake Canada to become the world’s third-largest pork exporter.

The annual performance was supported by strong shipments in December, when exports reached 137,800 tonnes, up 25.8% from 109,500 tonnes in December 2024.

In value terms, pork export revenue totaled $3.619 billion in 2025, a 19.3% increase from $3.033 billion a year earlier. December revenue alone reached $324.5 million, up 25.6% year on year from $258.4 million.

On containerized shipments, Brazil exported 75,778 TEUs of pork between January and November 2025, according to data from Datamar. Below is a month-by-month breakdown of seaborne shipments of the product:

Pork exports | Jan 2022 – Nov 2025 | TEUs

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The Philippines was the top destination for Brazilian pork in 2025, importing 392,900 tonnes, a surge of 54.5% from 2024. China followed with 159,200 tonnes, down 33.9%, while Chile imported 118,600 tonnes, up 4.9%. Japan received 114,400 tonnes, an increase of 22.4%, and Hong Kong imported 110,900 tonnes, up 3.7%.

According to ABPA President Ricardo Santin, there has been a significant reshuffling among export destinations. He said the Philippines has consolidated its position as Brazil’s largest pork buyer, while markets such as Japan and Chile have gained prominence among the top five importers.

“This shows the effectiveness of the strategy to diversify destinations for Brazilian pork, which reduces risks, expands opportunities and strengthens Brazil’s presence in the global market, supporting positive expectations for the year ahead,” Santin said.

Source: ABPA