Brazil on track to export a record 114 million tons of soybeans in 2026
Brazilian soybean exports are heading for a new record. The National Association of Grain Exporters (Anec) maintains its 2026 forecast of 114 million tons — about 5% above the record 108.6 million shipped in 2025. From January to July, shipments reached 84.8 million tons, 5 million more than in the same period last year.
- 2026 forecast: 114 million tons (~5% above the previous record)
- January–July: 84.8 million tons shipped (+5 million vs. 2025)
- Soy meal exports also rising — August up 450 thousand tons year-on-year
- Anec warning: production cost (US$ 423.31/t) above export revenue (US$ 417.01/t) squeezes farmers
Why it matters — the Brazil × Japan angle
Miso, soy sauce, tofu, natto — soybeans are the foundation of Japanese cuisine, yet Japan produces only about 7% of what it consumes. Stable supply from Brazil, the world's largest exporter, underpins both Japanese tables and animal feed.
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