Brazil’s Agricultural Input Exports Reach Record US$188 Million in First Quarter of 2026

29 April 2026, São Paulo: Brazil’s agricultural input industry has opened 2026 with a record export performance, underlining the country’s growing influence not only as a global agricultural powerhouse, but also as an emerging supplier of advanced farm technologies and production solutions.

According to figures released by CropData, the data platform of CropLife Brasil, exports of agricultural inputs—including crop protection products, biological inputs and seeds—totalled US$188 million in the first quarter of 2026, the highest value ever recorded for the January to March period.

In volume terms, Brazil shipped 30.9 thousand tonnes of products during the quarter. Export value rose 8.7% compared with the same period in 2025, reflecting stronger market access, a broader product mix and increasing international demand for Brazilian agricultural technologies.

Input Export Industry in the 1st Quarter, by Segment (US$ Million FOB)

A New Dimension of Brazilian Agribusiness

Brazil is widely recognised as one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of agricultural commodities. However, the latest figures suggest the country is also strengthening another strategic role: exporter of the technologies and inputs that support modern farming systems.

The record quarterly result highlights how Brazil’s agricultural ecosystem is evolving beyond raw commodity supply into higher-value segments linked to productivity, sustainability and innovation.

Renato Gomides, Executive Manager of CropLife Brasil, said the latest numbers demonstrate the momentum of a sector that continues to expand its global footprint.

He noted that Brazil’s export portfolio has become more diverse, particularly in seeds, where products that once had minimal participation in foreign trade are now reaching customers across four continents. According to him, this movement mirrors the wider trajectory of Brazilian agribusiness, which has repeatedly achieved new milestones in recent years.

Seeds Deliver a Standout Quarter

Among all categories, seeds delivered one of the strongest performances. Seed exports reached US$63 million in the first quarter, representing one-third of total agricultural input exports and the best first-quarter result ever recorded for the segment.

The achievement reinforces a sustained upward trend over the past five years and demonstrates how Brazil’s seed industry is becoming increasingly competitive in international markets.

What makes the latest result especially notable is the changing composition of exports. In 2022, forage crops, maize and vegetables accounted for 92% of total seed exports. By 2026, their combined share had fallen to 82%, opening space for a wider range of crops and destinations.

During the first quarter, Brazil exported turnip seeds to Uruguay, castor seeds to Democratic Republic of the Congo and Kenya, sorghum seeds to Bolivia, and melon seeds to the United States. These newer products already account for 14% of foreign sales in the seed segment.

The diversification points to a maturing industry capable of identifying niche opportunities, adapting to different agro-climatic requirements and competing in specialised markets.

Crop Protection Products Remain the Largest Segment

Crop protection products remained the largest contributor to export earnings, generating US$105 million during the quarter. Biological inputs added US$21 million, showing continued momentum in one of agriculture’s fastest-growing categories.

Together with seeds, the figures indicate a balanced export structure that combines conventional crop solutions with next-generation biological technologies. This combination is increasingly relevant as growers worldwide seek higher productivity alongside more sustainable production practices.

Imports Ease as Market Adjusts

While exports moved higher, imports of crop protection products into Brazil showed a different trend. Purchases totalled US$2.3 billion in the first quarter of 2026, down 11% compared with the same period last year. Imported volumes also declined by 8%.

Import Industry of Inputs in the 1st Quarter, by Segment (US$ Million CIF)

The reduction was seen across formulated products, technical materials and raw materials. Industry analysts attribute part of the decline to a greater share of generic products in import flows, which helped lower average prices.

The shift may also reflect a more balanced market after previous periods of elevated inventories and volatile international pricing.

Average Crop Protection Product Prices in the 1st Quarter (US$/kg)

Strong Regulatory Activity Continues

Brazil also maintained a high pace of product registrations in the first quarter, an important indicator of innovation, competition and farmer access to new technologies.

A total of 186 crop protection products received active registrations, including 107 formulated products and 79 technical products.

In the biological segment, 19 active registrations were recorded, comprising 12 microbiological products, four macrobiological products and three biochemical products.

The data is based on official information from Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock.

Bioinputs Sustain Growth Momentum

The bioinput market, which delivered record results in 2025, continued to expand at the start of 2026. In January alone, the sector generated BRL 445 million in revenue, an increase of 3% compared with January last year.

Treated area reached 12 million hectares, up 18% year-on-year. Bioinsecticides led both in market value and field adoption, accounting for BRL 264 million in revenue and application across 5.3 million hectares.

These figures reinforce the structural rise of biological solutions in Brazilian agriculture, where adoption is being driven by integrated pest management strategies, resistance management needs and demand for sustainable production tools.

Strategic Outlook

The first-quarter performance sends a clear message: Brazil is no longer only exporting what it grows—it is increasingly exporting the science, innovation and technologies that help agriculture grow.

With expanding seed diversity, rising biological adoption, strong regulatory activity and record export earnings, Brazil’s agricultural input sector appears well positioned to play a larger role in global farm supply chains in the years ahead.

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