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Brazil’s apple harvest reaches a record as exports grow
Brazil produced a record 1.6 million tonnes of apples this season, according to the industry association.
Once reliant on imported apples, the country now sells its fruit in at least 93 overseas markets.
Exports from January to September reached 49,000 tonnes, up 274% from the same period last year, though the sector’s goal of selling 100,000 tonnes abroad was disrupted by geopolitical conflicts, especially in the Middle East.
The two main growing states, Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul, account for 90% of production.
More fruit at home helped reduce supermarket and market prices in São Paulo by 16% from January to September, while apple imports fell 41% from 2025.
The outlook for the 2026/27 harvest is positive after a strong winter and abundant flowering, but conditions could still affect the crop.
Gala and Fuji apples are expected to be harvested in early 2027, and exporters are looking at Mexico and Malaysia as possible markets.
Brazil produced a record 1.6 million tonnes of apples in the current harvest, according to the Brazilian Apple Producers Association.
Apple exports totalled 49,000 tonnes from January to September, up 274% from the same period last year.
Brazilian apples are sold in at least 93 markets, with India among the most important buyers.
The record harvest has increased domestic supply and contributed to lower consumer prices.
The sector aims to expand exports, with Mexico and Malaysia among the markets it is considering.
- Who
- Brazilian apple producers and exporters.
- What
- Brazil reached a record apple harvest of 1.6 million tonnes, while exports rose.
- When
- The article was published on October 14, 2026; exports from January to September totalled 49,000 tonnes.
- Where
- Brazil, with Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul responsible for 90% of apple production.
- Why
- The article attributes the results to technology, technical knowledge and the ability to produce quality fruit.
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Brazil’s previous apple production record was 1.3 million tonnes.
Apple exports reached 49,000 tonnes, 274% more than in the same period last year.
Harvesting of Gala and Fuji apples is expected to take place.
- Current harvest
- 1.6 million tonnes
- Exports, January to September
- 49,000 tonnes; up 274% year on year
- Export markets
- At least 93 countries
- Top buyer named
- India bought 18,000 tonnes in 2026
- Main producing states
- Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul account for 90% of production
- Retail prices in São Paulo
- Apples were 16% cheaper from January to September