The Return of Russian Wheat to Brazil: Reshaping the South American Grain Market

ConfusedWhale · 2026-02-22T09:02:04+00:00

Brazil has resumed wheat imports from Russia, marking a significant shift in market dynamics. In January 2025, Brazilian importers purchased $10.9 million worth of Russian wheat, following a smaller purchase in December 2024. Despite this re-engagement, Argentina remains Brazil's primary wheat supplier, with $70.9 million in sales.

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2026-02-22 09:02:04

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Brazil has once again begun importing wheat from Russia, reflecting a significant shift in its market dynamics. According to Jin10 data, Brazilian importers purchased this Russian grain worth $10.9 million in January 2025, resuming a commercial practice that had been interrupted. This move follows a smaller purchase made in December 2024, which amounted to only $1.1 million in volume.

Recent Purchase Dynamics: Wheat Returns to the Import Portfolio

The reactivation of imports of this grain demonstrates the flexibility of the Brazilian sector in response to geopolitical and commercial changes. By the end of January, Brazil maintained supply relationships with only four supplier countries, including Russia in its purchasing portfolio. This reconfiguration of import origins reflects both supply limitations and emerging opportunities in the global cereal market.

Supplier Hierarchy: Argentina Consolidates Its Leadership in Wheat

Despite the reopening of trade with Russia, the supplier structure maintains its traditional hierarchies. Argentina remains the primary source of wheat for Brazil, dominating the market with sales totaling $70.9 million in the analyzed period. Uruguay ranks as the second supplier with deliveries of $12.8 million, while Paraguay completes the group of main exporters with $11.7 million in sales to the Brazilian market. This concentration of purchases among South American producers highlights the strategic importance of regional wheat supply chains.

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