Argentina agro export revenue down 18% YoY in June to $3.01 bln, says CIARA-CEC chamber

Argentina’s agricultural export revenue fell 18% year-over-year to $3.01 billion in June 2026, according to the Chamber of Agricultural Exporters (CIARA-CEC), reflecting challenges in global trade dynamics. The decline comes amid efforts by the government to reduce export taxes on key commodities, a policy aimed at stimulating production and boosting long-term export capacity.

Gustavo Idígoras, President of CIARA-CEC, noted that Argentina remains a major player in global grain and oilseed trade, with annual production of around 160 million tonnes and export capacity of approximately 120 million tonnes. While the country is working to expand its wheat exports and diversify markets, recent climate-related disruptions and logistical constraints have complicated trade flows, particularly with key partners like Brazil.

The chamber also highlighted Argentina’s strategic shift toward sustainable agriculture and bioenergy, including the development of crops like camelina and carinata for use in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and marine biofuels. Additionally, Argentina has implemented the VISEC traceability platform to meet international sustainability standards, including the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

Despite the June revenue decline, industry leaders remain optimistic about Argentina’s long-term potential to increase agricultural output to 200 million tonnes annually if export taxes are fully phased out.