Argentine agricultural exports hit record high in September

A total of 11.43 million metric tons (Mt) were exported worth USD 5,654 million (MUSD), representing year-over-year growth of 17% in volume and 14% in value, according to data processed by the Undersecretariat of Agri-Food Markets and International Integration, based on INDEC statistics.

Some of the product groups (primary products and their derivatives) that posted the best results in September were: barley, with a 276% increase in volume and a 311% increase in value, followed by corn, with a 112% increase in volume and a 121% increase in value; wheat, with 25% and 34%, and food preparations, with 9% and 13%.

Looking at the cumulative figures for January through September 2026, exports continue to reach historic highs in volume at 95.73 Mt, up 11% from the same period in 2025, and in value at MUSD 43,206, up 13% from 2025.

During the period, 33 of the 54 products analyzed saw increases in sales. Notable among these were sunflower seeds, with an 83% increase in volume and an 82% increase in value; pork, with increases of 72% and 96%; wheat, with increases of 43% and 32%; and corn, with increases of 25% and 24%.

The top sales destinations, in order of importance by value, were: India, China, Vietnam, Brazil, the United States, Chile, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Malaysia. These 10 destinations accounted for 50% of sales.

Agricultural products accounted for 56% of Argentina's total exports, strengthening its presence around the world.