
The market of corn Limited trading activity is reported in several states, while excessive rainfall is hindering planting in the south of the country. According to TF Agroeconômica, buyers are prioritizing restocking, and producers are remaining cautious in their sales, amid slower export growth.
In Rio Grande do Sul, prices range from R$ 60 to R$ 70 per sack, and the average state price fell 0.37%, to R$ 62.44, according to Emater. Sowing for the 2026/27 crop reached 76% of the 896,400 hectares planned, but high humidity and low sunlight are delaying the work. Storms with hail and strong winds caused gaps in crops in the Northwest, with the possibility of reseeding. For silage corn, planting reached 53% of the estimated area.
In Santa Catarina, sellers are asking for prices close to R$ 60 per sack, while buyers are indicating around R$ 55. The difference restricts business, even with the recurring need to receive corn from other regions to meet local demand.
In Paraná, prices fell in most regions. In the west, the price per sack reached R$ 53.12, a drop of 1.90%, while in Cascavel it was quoted at R$ 56.03, a decrease of 1.74%. The planting of summer corn reached 90% of the planned area, but rains are hindering the completion of operations. There are also reports of thrips, caterpillars, and damage from strong winds and hail.
In Mato Grosso do Sul, prices range between R$ 53 and R$ 56 per sack. The bioenergy industry continues to buy part of the supply, while other buyers are only seeking replacement volumes. Producers, in turn, remain selective, keeping the market with little movement.
