USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, update

 

The following GAIN reports were released on September 3, 2025. _______     Brazil: Cotton and Products Update Brazil’s cotton harvest, despite delays in some regions, is advancing successfully. Favorable weather during the final stages and enhanced cultivation practices contributed to robust production levels and exceptional fiber quality. While certain areas faced yield challenges due to irregular rainfall, expansion in planted area and advances in crop management have sustained output. Domestic consumption growth remains relatively steady, and exports continue to rise, with Brazil successfully diversifying its international markets beyond the People's Republic of China (PRC). Despite tighter profit margins, the country maintains its position as a leading global cotton exporter, with stable domestic use and healthy stock levels.   China: US 2025 Cherry Season Demonstrates Resilience in the Face of Challenges According to the industry, the end of August is also the end of 2025 U.S. cherry shipments to China. As the season comes to an end, shipments reached an estimated 65 percent of last year’s volume - reflecting resilience in a difficult environment. U.S. varieties remained in strong demand, as U.S. shipments were hampered by tariffs, competition, and disruptions. Many importers remained committed to U.S. cherries, despite shrinking profit margins. The 2025 season underscores China’s continued importance alongside ongoing efforts to accomplish greater market diversification.   India: Grain and Feed Update The timely arrival and advance of the 2025 southwest monsoon across the country with sufficient rains during June- August have supported timely and higher sowing of most kharif (fall harvested) crops, particularly rice and corn. MY 2024/2025 rice exports have been revised lower to 23 million metric tons (MMT) as exports slowed from the second quarter of CY 2025 on competitive pricing from other South Asian origins. MY 2025/2026 corn production forecast is increased to 43 MMT on higher planting and yields due to good 2025 monsoon.   Israel: Exporter Guide Annual The Exporter Guide provides an economic and market overview, as well as demographic trends and practical tips for U.S. exporters on how to conduct business in Israel. The report further describes three market sectors (food retail, food service, and food processing), recommendations for market entry, and recommendations for high-value product prospects, focusing on consumer-oriented products.   Thailand: Grain and Feed Monthly In the first half of 2025, Thailand dropped one place to become the third largest rice-exporting country after India and Vietnam. Intense competition with Indian rice and currency headwinds have weakened the global price competitiveness of Thai rice. As low farmgate prices put pressure on farmers, on August 19, 2025, the Thai government introduced paddy rice price stability measures to mitigate losses and stabilize rice production.     For more information, or for an archive of all FAS GAIN reports, please visit gain.fas.usda.gov/.

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