USDA/Global Agricultural Information Network Reports — September 2026
Below is a summary of export trade news highlights, compiled by the International Trade Office.
Mexico Exporter Guide Annual Report
Mexico remains the top market for U.S. food and agricultural exports, which reached a record $30.6 billion in 2025, accounting for 18% of total U.S. food and agricultural exports. Market opportunities continue to expand with U.S. consumer-oriented products increasing by 13%. U.S. meat products, food preparations, fresh vegetables and baked goods are among the largest growing categories.
Mexico Livestock and Products Annual Report
Mexico is forecast to enter 2027 with modest improvements in livestock productivity, expanded processing capacity, and continued growth opportunities for the beef and pork sectors. While the outbreak of New World screwworm has disrupted traditional livestock trade flows, it has also led to adjustments in meat production and supply chains.
Canada Exporter Guide Annual Report
Canada remains the leading international market for U.S. consumer-oriented agricultural products, accounting for approximately 25% of total U.S. exports in this category. Its strong regulatory cooperation with the U.S., advanced transportation and financial infrastructure, geographic proximity, shared consumer preferences, and high levels of disposable income make Canada an especially attractive destination.
European Union Biofuels Annual Report
EU bioethanol and biomass-based diesel (BBD) consumption is rising due to stricter renewable transport targets enforced by the revised second Renewable Energy Directive (REDII). Though electrification, biofuel blending limits, crop caps and specific sustainability requirements restrain growth.
Tariff Implementation of US-EU Agreement
On July 1, 2026, the EU published Regulation 2026/1455, which adjusts customs duties and opens tariff rate quotas (TRQs) for imports of certain goods originating in the U.S. Under this regulation, 20 new EU TRQs for U.S.-origin agricultural and sea food products took effect that same day. This report provides details on the products that will be able to enter under these TRQs as well as the first-come, first-served quota management system that will apply to them.
India Biofuels Annual Report
India continues to make significant progress in its biofuels program, with ethanol blending advancing substantially due to major expansions in production capacity and successful feedstock diversification toward grain-based sources. The country has achieved a notable milestone in renewable energy, reaching its Paris Agreement non-fossil fuel capacity target years ahead of schedule and securing a leading global position.
2025 US Agricultural Export Performance in Korea and Star Products
In 2025, U.S. agricultural and related products exported to the Republic of Korea (ROK), the fifth largest overseas market for U.S. agricultural products, reached $10.2 billion, an increase of 14% from the previous year. The growth significantly outpaced the overall increase in Korea's agricultural and related products imports, which rose only 2.2% to $46.3 billion.
South Korea Seeks US Eggs to Meet Domestic Production Shortfall
The Republic of Korea (ROK) plans to import approximately 210 million table eggs from the U.S. and Thailand in July and August, backed by KRW 99.7 billion ($67 million) in government support, to stabilize supply ahead of the Chuseok holiday. The spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the ROK in November 2025 and the subsequent culling of 11.3 million laying hens as well as a slow flock recovery have kept daily egg production between 46 and 47 million eggs a day, below the 50 million needed to meet demand.
Vietnam Exporter Guide Annual Report
This report serves as a practical guide for U.S. exporters seeking to initiate or increase exports of U.S. consumer-oriented products to Vietnam. It provides an overview of the market potential, practical tips, consumer preferences and trends, food standards and regulations, import and inspection procedures, and key industry and government contacts.
Vietnam Biofuels Annual Report
Starting June 1, 2026, Vietnam took a significant step in its energy transition by requiring bioethanol blending in all gasoline grades, meaning pure fossil gasoline is no longer commercially available. Biodiesel blending continues to be voluntary for now.
Philippines Biofuels Annual Report
A slight increase is forecast for fuel ethanol imports in 2026, driven by modest growth in the fuel pool following the declaration of energy emergency in the Philippines on March 24, 2026. A moderate increase is forecast in fuel ethanol production, supported by lower feedstock prices, particularly for molasses.
Philippines Exporter Guide Annual Report
With one of the highest urbanization growth rates in Asia and a growing young working population, the Philippines offers opportunities for U.S. food and beverage exports. A strong and unwavering preference for U.S. products and a powerful affinity for American brands, provides a strong demand despite logistical challenges and high distribution costs in this archipelagic nation.
Taiwan Exporter Guide Annual Report
Taiwan relies heavily on agricultural imports due to its limited farmland. In 2025, it ranked as the ninth largest U.S. agricultural export market, importing $4.5 billion worth of agricultural and related products, including $2.2 billion of consumer-oriented products.
Indonesia Biofuels Annual Report
In early March 2026, Indonesia unveiled a new biofuel roadmap that phases in a 5% bioethanol blend (E5) for non-public service obligation or non-subsidized gasoline, beginning with a geographic rollout across Java Island in 2026 to 2027 and expanding nationwide to a 10% blend (E10) by 2028. Rising global energy prices led the Government of Indonesia (GOI) to tighten controls on subsidized-fuel consumption while keeping retail prices for higher octane (RON 90) gasoline and subsidized diesel unchanged. This approach shielded consumers' purchasing power from the impact of global price increases.
Indonesia Exporter Guide Annual Report
Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy and fourth most populous country, offers significant opportunities for U.S. agricultural exporters. Indonesia imported $26 billion in agricultural products in 2025, while the U.S. remained the fourth-largest agricultural supplier.
Indonesia Oilseeds and Products Update
Indonesia's transition to the B50 biodiesel mandate, which took effect in July 2026, is projected to raise domestic palm oil consumption by 11% to 25.3 MMT, reducing exportable supplies to 23.1 MMT in 2026/27. The May 2026 rollout of Indonesia's soybean meal (SBM) import licensing system spurred opportunistic buying, prompting animal feed producers to accelerate imports during the transition period. However, delays in issuing import permits to private traders led to SBM stock shortages among smallholder poultry farmers.
Turkiye Grain and Feed Update
Favorable weather and above-average rainfall are driving record wheat production and a sharp rebound in barley output, though heavy spring rains delayed harvests and caused quality issues in southern and southeastern regions. Corn production is forecast to fall to 7.1 MMT as farmers shift toward wheat, oilseeds and vegetables in Central Anatolia and the Aegean due to weak cotton prices.
Argentina Biofuels Annual Report
Argentina’s fuel ethanol production is forecast to reach a record 1.35 billion liters in 2026, driven by record domestic consumption, additional corn-based production capacity, and a March 2026 regulation allowing fuel distributors to blend up to 15% ethanol through voluntary agreements above the mandatory 12% rate. Corn-based ethanol is expected to account for approximately 60% of output, while stronger domestic demand is forecast to reduce exports modestly. Biodiesel production is projected at nearly 1.2 billion liters, up 8% from 2025, as higher domestic use more than offsets weaker exports. However, exports are forecast at their lowest level since 2007, and the industry is expected to operate at only about 27% of installed capacity. Proposed legislation under consideration would raise the ethanol mandate to 15% and the biodiesel mandate to 10%, but biodiesel provisions remain politically contentious.
Argentina Grain and Feed Update
Argentine wheat exports in MY 2026/27 are forecast 1 million tons higher, at 15.5 million tons, reflecting increased production from a larger planted area. Corn exports in MY 2026/27 are projected to be 3 million tons higher, supported by a marginal increase in planted area and higher expected yields, resulting in a production forecast of 60.5 million tons.
Beefing Up Access for US Meat Cuts in Chile
Through an exchange of letters, the USDA and the Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) agreed to expand the list of permitted American beef cut names in Chile, effective July 15, 2026. The harmonization of U.S. beef cut names with Chilean regulations was the result of extensive technical work between both parties, leading to an increase of 34 newly authorized U.S. cuts.
Colombia Repeals Suspension on US Pork Byproducts and Swine Genetics
On July 2, 2026, the ICA issued Resolution 12996, lifting its ban on the importation of pork offal and swine genetics from the U.S. This resolution repeals ICA's Resolution 9156, which had suspended, since May 15, 2026, the issuance of import permits for swine genetics, pork offal and pork offal-containing products from the U.S. due to concerns over Aujeszky's disease.
Brazil Grain and Feed Update
Brazil's 2026/27 corn harvest is projected to be smaller than the strong 2025/26 harvest due to high production costs, elevated fertilizer prices and potential El Niño effects. Corn exports are forecast at 43 MMT for MY 2026/27, up from 42 MMT in MY 2025/26, supported by greater overall supply. Meanwhile, Brazil's rice industry faces ongoing constraints through the 2026/27 cycle due to tight credit conditions, steep production costs and high interest rates. This unfavorable economic scenario has eroded profit margins and planting incentives, leading to reduced planted area and production.
Brazil Oilseeds and Products Update
Brazil is expected to achieve another record level of soybean production. Although year-over-year area expansion is projected to moderate, the increase in planted area remains the primary driver of record production, as yields may be constrained by higher production costs, elevated interest rates, and El Niño-related weather concerns.
Ghana Exporter Guide Annual Report
In CY 2025, Ghana’s imports of U.S.-origin food and agricultural products grew to $174.8 million, up 18% compared to $147 million registered in 2024. For CY 2026 (January-April), Ghana’s imports of U.S.-origin food and agricultural products are at $64 million up by 16.5% compared to same period in 2025. Consumer-oriented food products imports are the country’s fastest growing food sector/category. Ghana’s 2025 imports of U.S. consumer-oriented foods hit $150 million, up 20% from 2024.
South Africa Exporter Guide Annual Report
South Africa commands some of the most sophisticated and diversified economies on the African continent, underpinned by a robust commercial sector and well-developed supply chain and distribution infrastructure. While the country’s largely self-sufficient agricultural production base satisfies the preponderance of domestic staple food requirements, the market presents significant export development opportunities for U.S. suppliers — particularly in consumer-oriented food products and value-added ingredients destined for South Africa's dynamic food processing sector.