Ricardo Santin, president of the Brazilian Livestock Association, stated: “We expect key importers to gradually resume purchases.” He also noted that Brazil anticipates confirmation of its “bird flu-free” status from the World Organization for Animal Health in the coming days, following the review of the required documentation.
The first confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Brazilian commercial poultry occurred in May. Prior to this, Brazil's commercial poultry industry had not been impacted by the virus, which has led to the loss of tens of millions of birds globally in recent years.
The outbreak prompted over 20 countries to suspend chicken imports from Brazil entirely. However, some major trading partners, such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, opted for partial restrictions rather than a complete ban.
Brazil plays a significant role in the global poultry trade, supplying more than one-third of the world’s chicken exports. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Brazil is projected to contribute approximately two-thirds of the total increase in global chicken exports in 2025.
The resolution of the outbreak is expected to stabilize Brazil’s poultry export sector and restore trade relations with key importing countries. As confidence returns to international markets, gradual resumption of exports will support both producers and global supply chains.
