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The prices of milk and dairy products rose in February, albeit unevenly. While powdered milk prices fell, UHT milk and mozzarella cheese prices rose. The dairy industry is trying to pass on costs to consumers to balance the increases in the field.
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Demand for dairy products remains strong, but the high volume of imports continues to put pressure on the sector. The proximity of the off-season tends to keep prices high, but the intensity of the increases could impact consumption, in a scenario of slower economic growth and high interest rates.
Conseleites project increase in payments to producers
Projections from Conseleites indicate an increase in payments for milk delivered in February, with Santa Catarina and Paraná recording the highest increases. In Minas Gerais, the adjustment was more modest, but the expectation is for an additional increase in the price review at the end of the month.
Corn rises, soybean meal falls
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Corn prices continued to rise in the Brazilian market, driven by reduced stocks, strong demand and appreciation in the international market, in addition to climate uncertainties regarding the second crop. Soybean meal, on the other hand, fell, reflecting the progress of the harvest and the greater supply of the 2025 summer crop.
Beef price drops with increased supply and weakened demand
The price of beef cattle fell in February, pressured by the increase in the supply of breeding animals for slaughter and weak demand at the beginning of the year. With their budgets compromised by taxes and seasonal expenses, consumers have opted for more affordable proteins, such as chicken meat.
For more information on the February milk market, check out the Milk and Dairy Products Market Price Bulletin from Embrapa Dairy Cattle's Milk Intelligence Center here.
