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Broiler meat production will grow 2.6 percent in 2018 to nearly 13.5 million metric tons.
Post forecasts both beef and pork production to continue to increase in 2018 to 9.9 and 3.8 million metric tons, respectively.
Brazil's limited corn supply is driving domestic prices up and having a significant impact on the pork and poultry sectors.
2015/2016 wheat production is estimated at 5.6 million metric tons (mmt), down 6 percent from the previous year as some producer switch to more profitable crops like corn and soybeans.
The Brazilian orange crop for 2016/17 is forecast at 351.7 million boxes, down 14 percent from the previous crop, due to weather-related problems during blossoming and fruit setting.
Agriculture has always played a critical role in Brazil’s economy, serving as a primary source of revenue and central generator of employment.