Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits market in Brazil, 2026

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in Brazil grew consistently from 44 204 t in 2018 to 54 311 t in 2023. This expansion was primarily driven by technological advances and genetic gains in seed cultivars, particularly for soybeans, which account for over 95% of oil seed production in the country. Improved varieties with better adaptation to local conditions enhanced yields and supported larger harvests.

Supportive legislation, including the Cultivar Protection Law (9.456/97), provided a stable framework for breeders' rights and encouraged continuous innovation in seed development. The introduction of new, higher-yielding soybean varieties, along with increased investment in research, allowed producers to respond to growing agricultural pressure and maintain Brazil's position as a global powerhouse in oil seed production.

Rising global food demand further stimulated market growth, with the soybean seed market alone expanding by 18% in value in 2022 alongside a 6% increase in planted area. Market consolidation through mergers and acquisitions helped companies diversify technologies and portfolios, contributing to sector efficiency. Despite logistical and climatic challenges, the overall trajectory remained upward, reflecting the strength of fundamental drivers.

Production oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in Brazil

In kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Brazil ranked 19th globally in terms of production volume for oil seeds and oleaginous fruits.

Top producers of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, 2018-2021

World map of production of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, 2018-2021

Brazil's production of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits grew for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 48 766 tons, marking a modest increase of 6.3% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production rose by 13.9%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 4.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports oil seeds and oleaginous fruits from Brazil

Exports in kind, t

The market performance showed significant fluctuations during this period. Exports reached their lowest point in 2018 and peaked in 2020, with a 7.8-fold difference between these years. In 2021, Brazil's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits amounted to 190 tons, representing a 61.9% year-on-year decline. The highest export volume was recorded in 2020 at 498 tons, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 with a growth of 227.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

Between 2018 and 2021, the main destinations for Brazil's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in kind were the United Arab Emirates (39.0% of exports), France (18.0% of exports), and Algeria (8.3% of exports). Together, these three countries accounted for 65.4% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Brazil in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

The market exhibited volatility over the observed period. Export values dropped to their minimum in 2018 and climbed to their maximum in 2020, showing a 4.2-fold shift. In 2021, Brazil's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in value terms stood at 824 thousand US dollars, reflecting a 58.5% decrease compared to 2020. The peak value was recorded in 2020 at 1 987 thousand US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 with a growth of 202.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Brazil in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018 to 2021, the core markets for Brazil's exports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in value terms were France (43.3% of exports), the United Kingdom (14.7% of exports), and the United Arab Emirates (12.6% of exports). Collectively, these three countries represented 70.6% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Brazil in value, 2018-2021

Imports oil seeds and oleaginous fruits to Brazil

Imports in kind, t

Brazil's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports reached 2 771 tons, up by 61.9% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 90.3%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.9%. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2019 at 1 011 tons, which also saw the largest decline of 30.6%. The largest increase occurred in 2020 with a growth of 69.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Brazil in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, the primary sources for Brazil's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in kind were China (49.5% of imports), India (23.8% of imports), and Paraguay (23.4% of imports). Together, these three countries accounted for 96.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Brazil in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Market performance displayed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Import values reached their trough in 2019 and peaked in 2021, showing a 4.8-fold amplitude. In 2021, Brazil's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in value terms totaled 10 253 thousand US dollars, equivalent to a 174.6% increase compared to the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 2 119 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest decline of 18.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Brazil in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, the main markets for Brazil's imports of oil seeds and oleaginous fruits in value terms were China (57.3% of imports), India (12.0% of imports), and Thailand (9.4% of imports). These three countries together represented 78.8% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Brazil in value, 2018-2021