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US Pork Exports Surge to Mexico, Brazil Faces Decline

3/19/2025

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In January 2025, US pork exports to Mexico climbed 2% to 104,502 metric tons, reaching a value of $222 million. Central America saw an impressive 22% increase in pork exports. In contrast, Brazil's pork market struggled with declining demand and reduced trade activity in early March, despite achieving record exports the previous month.

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In January 2025, US pork exports to Mexico climbed 2% to 104,502 metric tons, reaching a value of $222 million. Central America saw an impressive 22% increase in pork exports. In contrast, Brazil's pork market struggled with declining demand and reduced trade activity in early March, despite achieving record exports the previous month.