
Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2023 |
Market Size (2025) | USD 26.93 Billion |
Market Size (2030) | USD 32.29 Billion |
CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 3.70 % |
Brazil Maize Market Analysis
The Brazil Maize Market size is estimated at USD 26.93 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 32.29 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.70% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
Brazil is a leading agriculture-driven economy with a population of 200 million. According to the FAO, Brazil ranks among the top maize producers globally, harvesting approximately 109.4 million metric tons of maize in 2022. The main maize-producing states in Brazil include Mato Grosso, Goiás, Paraná, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Minas Gerais. Maize is primarily used as an energy component in livestock feed, surpassing sorghum and wheat. It also plays a significant role in the country's food and industrial sectors, being processed into cereals, alcohol, and sweeteners.
In Brazil, maize stands out as the leading crop cultivated through hybrid breeding. The burgeoning meat industry is fueling a heightened demand for cereals, with maize taking center stage. Renowned for its protein content, maize serves as a vital nutritional source for livestock feed. This emphasis on maize, driven by Brazil's insatiable appetite for meat products, is propelling the market forward. Numerous studies highlight Brazil's swift surge in farm productivity. As reported by the ITC Trade Map, Brazil secured its position as the fourth-largest maize exporter in 2023, boasting an impressive export worth USD 13.4 million.
Brazil Maize Market Trends
Increasing Demand for Animal-based Protein Sources
As urban populations grow, there is a noticeable shift in dietary preferences towards more protein-rich foods, particularly animal-based proteins. Economic development associated with urbanization often correlates with rising incomes, leading to increased meat consumption. In Brazil, this trend is evident as urban consumers increasingly favor beef, poultry, and dairy products over traditional staples such as beans and rice. For instance, USDA data indicates that Brazil's chicken consumption rose from 9,780 thousand metric tons in 2022 to 10,060 thousand metric tons in 2023. Consequently, the livestock industry faces mounting pressure to satisfy the nation's growing appetite for meat and premium animal proteins.
The expansion of Brazil's livestock sector is intricately linked to the consumption of maize. As domestic and international demand for animal protein rises, there is an increased necessity for efficient feed production systems that predominantly utilize maize. Maize functions as a fundamental component in nearly all compound feeds used for various livestock, including ruminants, poultry, swine, and aquaculture. Therefore, with the ongoing increase in demand for animal-based protein within the country, it is anticipated that the market for maize will likewise experience growth during the forecast period.

Growth in Exports is Driving the Maize Production
Brazil's rise as the top corn exporter is driven by a combination of favorable agricultural practices, economic conditions, improved logistics, and shifts in global demand patterns that favor its competitive advantages over traditional exporters. According to the FAO, Brazil's maize production and exports have undergone a tremendous boom over the past few years. Total production increased from 109,420,717 metric tons by 2022 to 131,950,246 metric tons by 2023. This output growth has enabled the country to increase its maize exports continuously. Around 53% of all maize exported through Brazilian ports in 2022 was produced in the powerhouse grain state of Mato Grosso, followed by the states of Goiás (9.7%), Paraná (9%) and Mato Grosso do Sul (7.2%). According to ITC Trademap data for 2023, the primary importers of Brazilian maize were China (27%), Japan (11%), Vietnam (8.3%), South Korea (6.4%), and Iran (6.1%).
Brazil has seen good results in commodity exports, including maize. The increasing exports also indicate the high demand for the product worldwide. The government's initiatives to enhance maize exports are evident through the crop's increasing export value. For instance, the Crop Plan (Plano Safra) allocated BRL 340 billion (approximately USD 60 billion) for agricultural credit to rural producers in the 2022/2023 cycle. This funding includes dedicated credit lines for maize farmers to support planting and cultivation activities.
As per the ITC Trade Map, the exports of maize were 43,389,352 metric tons in 2022, which increased and reached 55,898,042 metric tons by 2023. The Brazilian economy is heavily dependent on agricultural exports, which may positively impact the country's maize exports. This increasing export opportunity encourages maize production, positively impacting the market's growth.

Brazil Maize Market News
- May 2022: The São Paulo state government launched the Milho + SP program to expand grain production, charting the state of São Paulo on a path to self-sufficiency in corn production by 2030. The objective is to expand São Paulo's annual grain production by 7.7 million tons annually, to 11 million tons, by 2030.
- May 2022: China and Brazil signed an agreement to boost cooperation in agricultural trade, including corn, as China expands the import of feed grains for deeper agricultural processing.
Brazil Maize Industry Segmentation
Maize, also known as corn, is a cereal grain with high productivity and geographic adaptability. There are various hybrids of maize in the market, each with its specific properties. However, it is generally categorized into two groups: white maize and yellow maize, depending on its color and taste.
The report includes production analysis (volume), consumption analysis (value and volume), export analysis (value and volume), import analysis (value and volume), and price trend analysis. The report also includes a value chain analysis of the maize market in Brazil. The report offers the market size and forecasts in terms of volume in metric tons and value in USD for all the above segments.
Brazil Maize Market Research FAQs
How big is the Brazil Maize Market?
The Brazil Maize Market size is expected to reach USD 26.93 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.70% to reach USD 32.29 billion by 2030.
What is the current Brazil Maize Market size?
In 2025, the Brazil Maize Market size is expected to reach USD 26.93 billion.
What years does this Brazil Maize Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Brazil Maize Market size was estimated at USD 25.93 billion. The report covers the Brazil Maize Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Brazil Maize Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.