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Apr, 30, 2026
Week 202618

Drop in raw timber and honey exports hits Brazil foreign-exchange revenue

In the first four months of 2023, Brazilian exports of raw timber and honey posted a sharp decline, with losses of nearly 40% in volume and more than 30% in…
Meat
Apr, 30, 2026
Week 202618

Meat exporters seek support credit over Iran war

The Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) and the Brazilian Beef Exporters Association (Abiec) have asked for the meat export sector to be included in the support measures of the aid…
Ports and Terminals
Apr, 30, 2026
Week 202618

US commits $774m to upgrade port infrastructure nationwide

The US Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced a $774m investment into US port infrastructure. A total of 37 projects will receive funding under MARAD’s Port Infrastructure Development…
Economy
Apr, 30, 2026
Week 202618

Brazil government posts worst primary deficit for March in nearly 30 years

Brazil’s central government posted a primary deficit of 73.783 billion reais in March this year, the National Treasury said on Wednesday (April 29). The result, the worst for the month…
Oil and Gas
Apr, 30, 2026
Week 202618

Russian diesel cargoes rerouted from Brazil as global prices surge

Two tankers carrying Russian ultra-low sulphur diesel (ULSD) ​were diverted mid-voyage from Brazil to alternative destinations, data from traders and LSEG showed. Both ‌were loaded in March at the Russian…
Fruta
Apr, 30, 2026
Week 202618

Grape exports to Azerbaijan expected to help balance domestic supply

Brazil’s grape sector has secured access to the Azerbaijani market, opening a new destination for the country’s exports of the fruit. The move was formalized after negotiations between the competent…