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The losses caused by the weather in the Brazilian harvest of wheat The increased reliance on imports amplifies the challenges facing the milling industry in its 2027 planning. The need to source more grain from abroad raises concerns about supply, costs, and raw material purchasing conditions.
According to the Brazilian Wheat Industry Association (Abitrigo), imports could reach 9 million tons in the current cycle, above the initial forecast of 7.5 million. Domestic production is estimated at 5.7 million tons, but availability for mills depends on grain quality and volumes already committed.
“The national wheat market is facing a critical period, in which climate fluctuations are forcing a profound revision in supply planning,” emphasizes the CEO of Abitrigo, Rubens Barbosa. “This need to seek additional volumes abroad has direct impacts on operations, leaving the sector exposed to exchange rate fluctuations, increased freight and insurance costs, and the uncertainties of the global scenario. No mill faces this scenario in isolation. Therefore, the Congress will be the ideal environment to discuss practical solutions, align strategies, and identify opportunities in this moment of transition.”
These challenges will be debated at the 33rd International Wheat Industry Congress, promoted by Abitrigo between October 21st and 23rd in Rio de Janeiro. The meeting will bring together experts and representatives from the sector to analyze the prospects for supply, marketing, and management for the coming year.
The program includes discussions on national and international markets, economics, geopolitics, consumption, regulation, and operational efficiency. Technical workshops and a trade fair featuring suppliers of machinery, equipment, inputs, and technologies for the industry are also planned.
