Peanut and peanut oil exports surge, boosting Brazil’s agribusiness sector

Brazil’s exports of shelled peanuts climbed to 311,000 metric tons in 2025, the highest level in decades and a 37% increase from 2024, when overseas shipments totaled roughly 227,000 tons.

The data for containerized shipments tells a similar story. According to Datamar, Brazilian peanut exports reached 24,830 TEUs in 2025, a significant 41.8% surge compared to 2024 levels.

Below is the historical breakdown of Brazilian peanut export volumes, measured in TEUs, from January 2022 to December 2025. The data was sourced from Datamar’s DataLiner platform.”

Peanut Exports | January 2022 – December 2025 | TEUs

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Export revenue also posted gains. Brazil generated $367 million in peanut export sales last year, up about 2% from $360 million in 2024, according to data from the São Paulo-based Institute of Agricultural Economics (IEA-APTA), part of the state’s Agriculture Secretariat.

The performance underscores peanuts’ growing importance in Brazil’s export portfolio, supported by strong international demand for the product in multiple forms — from in-shell and roasted peanuts to sweets and vegetable oil.

Key Markets

Russia remained the top destination for Brazilian shelled peanuts, accounting for 22% of exports in 2025, followed by China with 20% and Algeria with 12%.

IEA researcher Renata Martins Sampaio noted that Russia has held the leading position since 2016, though China has steadily expanded its share of Brazilian purchases in recent years.

São Paulo Dominates Exports

The state of São Paulo continues to lead Brazil’s peanut export industry. The top exporting municipalities were:

• Tupã (21%)
• Dumont (14%)
• Borborema (14%)
• Herculândia (8%)
• Jaboticabal (6%)

These cities highlight the strength of São Paulo’s interior as a production and export hub.

Peanut Oil Shipments Nearly Triple

Exports of crude peanut oil nearly tripled between 2024 and 2025, rising from 51,000 tons to 154,000 tons.

China absorbed 88% of total peanut oil exports, reflecting rising domestic demand for vegetable oils. According to Sampaio, China and Italy remain among the world’s leading importers, reinforcing Brazil’s position as a major global supplier of peanut oil.

China’s Dominant Role in the Global Market

China is the world’s largest producer and consumer of peanuts, accounting for more than 35% of global output.

Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) show that China’s 2024/25 peanut crop reached 19 million tons, slightly below the 19.23 million tons harvested in the previous season.

Despite its sizable production, China continues to import large volumes — particularly peanut oil — accounting for roughly 74% of global peanut oil trade in 2025.

Brazilian Production Expands Despite Smaller Planted Area

Brazil’s 2024/25 peanut crop posted production growth of more than 50%, consolidating the country’s position as a competitive supplier.

São Paulo remains the backbone of the production chain, with the municipality of Catanduva leading peanut oil exports, responsible for 21% of shipments.

At the same time, planted area declined by around 30% compared with the previous crop year, reflecting softer market prices, according to São Paulo’s Peanut Sector Chamber.

Positive Outlook for 2025/26

With harvesting underway in São Paulo’s interior, industry leaders are optimistic. Favorable weather conditions and well-distributed rainfall have supported crop development.

José Antonio Rossato, president of the Peanut Sector Chamber, said the 2025/26 harvest is expected to deliver improved yields and higher grain quality compared with the previous two cycles.

“Weather conditions have been more balanced, which should result in better-quality grains and help offset the reduction in planted area,” Rossato said.

Source: Portal do Agronegócio

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