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Brazil Superfoods

Why Brazil

The Strategic Global Source

Production scale, year-round supply and a strong social and environmental commitment position Brazil as one of the safest sourcing origins for global demand for superfoods and alternative proteins.

US$1.02bn

in bean and sesame FOB revenue in 2025, up 48.9% from 2024

Brazilian bean field at dusk, with rows extending to the horizon

Three Million Hectares of Supply

Ten Reasons to Source from Brazil

Each pillar of Brazil’s leadership is supported by official figures from the 2025 Statistical Yearbook.

239×

the increase in export volume from 2010 to 2025

01

Global Scale and Reliability

More than 3 million hectares make Brazil the world’s second-largest producer of dry beans, consistently filling supply gaps for high-volume wholesale buyers.

+14

commercial varieties exported

02

Broad Product Diversity

From traditional beans such as cowpea, mung, adzuki, carioca and black beans to natural sesame, chia and popcorn. Vigna beans alone generated US$ 273.3 million in 2025.

3

bean harvests per year

03

Complementary Harvest Seasons

Brazil’s agricultural cycle supports year-round supply and complements the Northern Hemisphere off-season, with sesame making efficient use of the window between major crops.

+30

countries supplied under certified standards

04

Quality and Traceability

Strict production and certification standards support premium pricing: South Africa pays 25% more for Brazilian beans, while Saudi Arabia pays 29% more for sesame.

+106% p.a.

sesame growth, CAGR from 2018 to 2025

05

Technology and Productivity

Leading research institutions improve yield per hectare and harvest purity. Over the same period, beans grew by 25.2% per year.

In 2025, Brazil exported 1.07 million tonnes of beans and sesame, opening a new chapter for global agribusiness.

3mn ha

In production, uniting smallholder and mid-size farmers with best practices in environmental conservation

06

Sustainability and Effective Conservation

Brazil’s leadership in volume goes hand in hand with soil, water and biodiversity conservation, as well as positive socioeconomic impact in producing communities.

40.7%

of bean sourcing comes from Mato Grosso

07

Multiple Growing Regions

Mato Grosso and Tocantins account for 63% of revenue. Southern and Southeastern states, including Paraná, Santa Catarina and Minas Gerais, provide ideal conditions for a diverse bean portfolio.

+97.5%

revenue growth from 2023 to 2024

08

Infrastructure and Logistics

A mature logistics network moves crops from farms to bonded warehouses and vessels, supporting the rapid expansion of Brazilian exports.

US$1.02bn

in combined FOB revenue in 2025

09

Export Track Record and Expertise

Strong commercial relationships across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The 2025 milestone represents 48.9% growth in a single year.

17

official exporters

10

Integrated Member Directory

Importers can access an up-to-date directory of processors, trading companies and exporters, ready for high-volume transactions in foreign currencies.

Brazilian crop field at sunset, with storage silos on the horizon

From the Cerrado to Five Continents

Raise Your Supply Expectations

Brazil’s agricultural strength meets the strictest industry requirements, from grain moisture specifications to large scheduled volumes. Explore the portfolio or connect with an official exporter.