GAIN reports

 

The following GAIN reports were released on May 19, 2025. _______   Argentina: FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report includes technical requirements and export certificates for the export of food and agricultural products to Argentina. It complements the Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards Annual Country 2024 Report.   Brazil: Coffee Annual Brazil’s total coffee production for marketing year 2025/26 (July-June) is forecast at 65 million bags (60 kilograms per bag), green bean equivalent, a 0.5 percent increase over the previous crop year. Arabica production is forecast at 40.9 million bags a decrease due to adverse weather conditions. Robusta/conilon production is forecast to increase to 24.1 million bags due to favorable weather conditions and effective irrigation techniques. Post forecasts total coffee exports for MY 2025/26 (July-June) at 41.7 million 60-kg bags, green bean equivalent, down 6 percent in relation to the 2024/25 estimate.   China: New Food Materials and Additives Approved - Including GMM Derived Enzymes On May 7, 2025, China announced approvals for 11 new food materials and additives, three of which are products derived from genetically modified microorganisms. This report provides a summary of the newly approved food materials and additives from the announcement.   Indonesia: Coffee Annual In 2025/26, Indonesia's coffee production is expected to grow by 5 percent, reaching 11.3 million bags on improved yields from favorable weather and increased inputs. Exports are forecast to rise by 7 percent to 6.5 million bags, while domestic consumption is predicted to be 4.8 million bags due to weak consumer spending. The United States remains one of the largest importers of Indonesian coffee green beans.   Peru: Blueberry Annual FAS Lima forecasts Peruvian blueberry production in marketing year (MY) 2025/26 (May 2025 to April 2026) to reach a record 355,000 metric tons (MT), with exports expected to reach 335,000 MT. Peruvian blueberry production is on track for a remarkable production recovery in MY 2025/26 compared to the year before. If normal weather conditions prevail, Peruvian blueberry production may likely increase due to the scale benefits of consolidated field expansion, increased foreign direct investment, and resilient genetics that maintain productivity despite potentially disruptive weather conditions.   Turkey: Important Food and Agriculture Related Exhibitions in Turkiye Turkiye offers a wide range of trade shows which may provide good opportunities for U.S. companies to enter the market. Opening stands or visiting the exhibitions mentioned in this report may create opportunities to meet with Turkish importers. Please keep in mind that entering the Turkish market often requires a long-term perspective and persistence.   Ukraine: US Seafood Exports to Ukraine Reach 10-Year High Ukraine’s fish and seafood imports from the United States reached a 10-year high in 2024. The United States retained its position as Ukraine’s third largest supplier of seafood with exports exceeding $96 million. All market segments grew, with the highest growth in the white fish segment. Ukraine also remained a large and growing market for U.S. premium seafood products, including wild-caught salmon and salmon roe.   Vietnam: Coffee Annual Marketing year 2025/26 production is forecast to increase to 31 million bags of green bean equivalent. High prices have caused farmers to invest in crop management and more inputs. MY 2025/26 exports are forecast to rise, with strong growth projected for roasted and soluble coffee exports to growing Asian markets.     For more information, or for an archive of all FAS GAIN reports, please visit gain.fas.usda.gov/.

The following GAIN reports were released on May 16, 2025.

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Chile: Dairy Import Requirements to Chile

Following several detentions of dairy products at Chilean ports that reached over 1 Million USD , Post reminds U.S. exporters of the import requirements set by the Chilean Ministry of Agriculture for dairy products.

 

China: Pet Food Market Update 2025

In 2025, China’s pet food market is expected to see 6 to 8 percent growth in high-end and functional products, with a shift towards balanced nutrition and health support. High-demand product categories include staple food, treats, nutritional supplements, and medicines, with pet owners showing a stronger willingness to spend on these items. U.S. pet food exports to China hit a record high of $296.6 million in 2024, despite a decline in China's total pet food imports, demonstrating consistent consumer preference for premium U.S. products.

 

Colombia: Coffee Annual

In Marketing Year (MY) 2025/2026, Colombian coffee production is forecast to decrease 5.3 percent to 12.5 million bags green bean equivalent (GBE), mainly as a result of heavy rains. This reduction comes after a period of recovery in production due to El Niño, which accelerated coffee tree growth and promoted favorable soil moisture conditions for young production systems. Coffee prices remain at a record high, discouraging farmer investments in replanting and renovations. As a result of lower production, Colombian coffee exports are expected to slightly decrease in MY 2025/2026 to 11.8 million bags GBE. The United States remains the top export destination for Colombian coffee followed by the European Union and Canada.

 

Egypt: Sugar Annual

FAS Cairo (Post) forecasts Egyptian sugar production in marketing year (MY) 2025/26 (October-September) to rise to 3.18 million metric tons (MMT). This increase is driven by industrial demand and higher prices for sugar beets, incentivizing many farmers to plant more beets. Post forecasts that Egypt will meet 82.5 percent of its domestic sugar consumption demand and import the remaining 17.5 percent in MY 2025/26. Brazil has been the major supplier of raw sugar to Egypt over the past five years and is likely to remain so in MY 2025/26.

 

Nicaragua: Coffee Annual

FAS Managua forecasts a strong coffee harvest of 2.58 million 60-kilogram bags for MY 2025/26. This optimistic outlook is attributed to increased agriculture input applications (mainly fertilizers) due to high coffee prices and expectations for a more balanced rainy season. In MY 2024/25, Nicaraguan coffee production recovered to more typical historic averages after an El Niño-induced reduction in MY 2023/24. Ongoing challenges for the sector include limited access to long-term credit, a tight labor force, and export delays resulting from logistical constraints in Central America.

 

Peru: Peruvian Avocado Exports Expected to Bounce Back

Peruvian avocado exports are estimated to reach 630,000 metric tons (MT) in calendar year (CY) 2025, increasing two percent compared to the previous year. Avocado exports in 2024 decreased four percent from to 2023, totaling 594,000 MT a decline due to unusual cold weather conditions reducing productivity. Production is expected to bounce back, but a potential La Niña is looming on the Peruvian coast and may reduce avocado production in CY 2025 despite an expansion of planted area.

 

 

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 15, 2025. _______   Burma: Fresh Fruit Production Consumption and Export Opportunities in Burma This report provides an overview of Burma’s fruit market and highlights opportunities for U.S. fruit exporters to Burma. China and Thailand are Burma’s primary trading partners. Imports of U.S. fruits typically arrive overland from Thailand. Despite political, economic and environmental challenges, there is a growing market for imported fruits in Burma. The most promising prospects for U.S. fruit suppliers to Burma include apples, cherries, mandarins, peaches, grapes, oranges, lemons, strawberries, and blueberries.   China: Amendment Sheet for National Food Safety Standard Raw Milk Released On March 27, 2025, The People’s Republic of China National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly released the Amendment Sheet for the National Food Safety Standard for Raw Milk. The amendment entered into force on its publication. China notified the draft revision to the WTO on October 25, 2023. This report provides unofficial translation of the amendment sheet. Stakeholders should conduct their own review of the regulations to assess any market or regulatory effect on their business.   China: Amendment Sheet for National Food Safety Standard Sterilized Milk Released On March 27, 2025, The People’s Republic of China's National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly released the Amendment Sheet for National Food Safety Standard for Sterilized Milk. China notified the draft revision to the WTO on October 18, 2024. The amendment will enter into force on September 16, 2025. This report provides an unofficial translation of the amendment sheet. Stakeholders should conduct their own review of the regulations to assess any market or regulatory effect on their business.   China: Decree 248 Product List Update - May 2025 The General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China updated the list of products and codes subject to Decree 248. Between November 20, 2024 and May 9, 2025, Chinese officials added 94 products and removed 78 products.   China: East China Led US Consumer Ag Product Imports in 2024 The East China region, comprising Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui provinces, is a key driver of economic growth in the country accounting for 25 percent of China's economy in 2024. High levels of urbanization and infrastructure make the region a focal point for imported agricultural products. In 2024, East China accounted for 29 percent of all U.S. agricultural imports including over half of all consumer-oriented products. The region accounted for the majority of U.S. beef, pork, tree nuts, processed fruit and vegetables, wine, beer, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages, pet food, and other processed products imported into the country. As a result, East China hosts several trade shows for imported food and beverage products.   China: Trade Alert - DAPQ Facility Registration Guidance This report provides information for U.S. exporters on the facility registration process for commodities covered by the Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine of the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China. U.S. exporters and U.S. facilities planning to export commodities to China subject to the purview of the Department of Animal and Plant Quarantine can send questions to FASChinaDAPQRegistrations@usda.gov.   Israel: Updates to Alcoholic Beverage Legislation in Israel On February 2, 2025, the Government of Israel published the “Public Health Protection (Food) (Food that is an Alcoholic Food), 2025 Regulation.” Under this regulation, the Ministry of Economy’s authority over alcoholic beverages was transferred to the Ministry of Health. This new regulation detailed herein focuses on public health and safety, and establishes guidelines for the production, import, and sale of alcoholic beverages. Although the regulation addresses both local manufacturing and imports, this report focuses exclusively on the sections of the regulation that pertain to imports.   Kenya: Coffee Annual FAS/Nairobi forecasts a 13.3 percent increase in Kenya’s coffee production in the marketing year (MY) 2025/26 to 850,000 bags due to improved farm practices, as farmers respond to high prices in MY 2024/25. Area planted is also expected to increase marginally, as the government rolls out its coffee expansion program targeting both traditional and new growing regions. The transition of land from coffee plantations to housing near Kenya's largest cities has slowed, stabilizing area planted. Coffee exports are expected to grow by 10 percent to 840,000 bags, while domestic consumption is projected to increase by 6.9 percent.   Ukraine: List of Products Subject to Official Controls This report lists all official controls on food and agricultural products by commodity description and HS Code. It also provides an exhaustive list of import or transit documents that must accompany foods, feeds, byproducts of animal origin, seeds and planting materials, insects, bacteria, mushrooms, live animals and germplasm, wood and wood products, packaging materials, and agricultural raw materials for industrial use. Ukraine’s regulation establishing these requirements was adopted in April 2018 but was amended significantly in November 2024. This report replaces the FAIRS Subject UP1833 report.     For more information, or for an archive of all FAS GAIN reports, please visit gain.fas.usda.gov/.