| JBS - A global food company, the world's largest meat processor. Operates across the entire value chain, from production to distribution. |
JBS is a Brazilian multinational food company, the largest in the world in meat processing (beef, poultry, and pork). It has a diversified portfolio of products and brands and serves a vast customer base in approximately 190 countries. The company has a significant industrial presence in Brazil and globally. |
Key brands in Brazil include Friboi, Seara, Swift, and Maturata. Reported a net income of R$ 9.6 billion in 2024. Invested over R$ 8 billion in Capex in 2024, a 7.9% increase from the previous year. Recently acquired 50% of Mantiqueira, a major egg producer in Brazil. Plans investments in the US and Nigeria. |
JBS is the largest meat producer globally. While specific overall processing volumes for Brazil in 2024 were not detailed, its operations span various proteins with significant scale. The company reported increased volumes in its operations. |
R$ 417 billion (2024) |
| Marfrig Global Foods - One of the leading beef producers globally. Focuses on meat processing and commercialization. |
Marfrig Global Foods is a Brazilian company among the largest beef producers globally. The company operates processing plants and distribution centers in South and North America, focusing on the production and commercialization of beef products. |
Holds a majority stake in BRF, another major Brazilian food company, a position consolidated in 2023. Undertook strategic moves including the sale of certain assets to Minerva S.A. |
Second largest beef producer in the world. Specific processing or sales volumes for Brazil in 2024 were not provided in the search results. Its operations in South and North America contribute to its global volume. |
R$ 136.49 billion (2023) |
| Cargill - A global leader in agribusiness, involved in originating, processing, and trading agricultural commodities. Has a strong presence in Brazil across various segments. |
Cargill is a privately held global corporation with extensive operations in agribusiness, food processing, and trading. In Brazil, Cargill is a major player in the grain, oilseed, sugar, ethanol, and food ingredients markets, operating a significant network of facilities. |
Ranked as the largest non-Brazilian company in the Forbes Agro100 list. Operates 29 factories, 75 warehouses, 7 port terminals, 2 innovation centers, and 5 distribution centers in Brazil. Invested R$ 6.9 billion in Brazil over the last five years, with R$ 2.6 billion in 2023 alone. |
Handled a total volume of 51 million tons of grains and fibers originated, processed, and commercialized in Brazil in 2023. Specific volume estimates for 2024 were not available, but its infrastructure indicates large-scale operations. |
R$ 126.4 billion (2023) |
| Bunge Alimentos - A global agribusiness and food company. Operates in edible oils, milling, sugar, and biofuels. Significant presence in Brazil's food sector. |
Bunge is a leading global agribusiness and food ingredient company with operations spanning oilseed processing, grain trading, sugar and bioenergy production, and milling. In Brazil, Bunge has a strong presence, particularly in the production of food products like vegetable oils and margarines, as well as in grain handling and processing. |
Listed as one of the five largest agribusiness companies in Brazil. Globally, reported net sales of $50.6 billion (€47.5 billion) in 2024. The company is in the process of acquiring CJ Selecta, a leading manufacturer and exporter of soy protein concentrate in Brazil, expected to close in the near future. |
Global volumes increased by 17.4% in 2024. Reported global volumes of 19,965 thousand metric tons in Q4 2024. Brazil-specific volumes were not detailed in the search results, but its operations in oilseed processing and grain handling indicate substantial volumes within the country. |
R$ 81.7 billion (2023 - Brazil) |
| Ambev - A major Brazilian beverage company, part of Anheuser-Busch InBev. Included in agribusiness rankings due to its significant use of agricultural inputs. |
Ambev is the Brazilian subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev and a dominant force in the Latin American beverage market. While primarily known for beer, it is a significant consumer and processor of agricultural products like barley, corn, and sugarcane, positioning it within the broader agribusiness value chain. |
Owns a wide portfolio of popular beer and beverage brands in Brazil, including Brahma, Skol, Antarctica, and Budweiser. Ranked among the top companies in Brazil by market value. |
As a major beverage producer, Ambev processes significant volumes of agricultural raw materials annually. Specific volume data for agricultural inputs used in Brazil was not available in the provided sources. The industry produces millions of tons of food and beverages annually in Brazil. |
R$ 79.74 billion (2023) |
| Raízen Energia - A joint venture between Cosan and Shell, a leading player in sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy production, and fuel distribution. |
Raízen is a major Brazilian energy company created as a joint venture between Cosan and Shell. It is a significant producer of sugar, ethanol (including second-generation ethanol), and bioenergy, and operates a large network of Shell-branded fuel stations across Brazil. |
Considered one of the four largest companies in Brazil by revenue. Focuses on renewable energy solutions and plays a key role in Brazil's energy transition. Part of the Cosan group's portfolio in the energy and agribusiness sectors. |
Operates 35 bioenergy parks and manages 1.3 million hectares of agricultural land. As a major producer of sugar and ethanol, it handles substantial volumes of sugarcane. Specific production volumes for 2023 or 2024 were not explicitly mentioned. |
R$ 78.45 billion (2023) |
| BRF - A global food company, one of the largest producers of poultry and pork in the world, with a strong presence in processed foods. |
BRF is a Brazilian multinational food company specializing in the production and sale of poultry, pork, and processed foods. It is one of the largest exporters of animal protein globally and holds leading market positions in Brazil with its iconic brands. |
Key brands in Brazil include Sadia, Perdigão, and Qualy. Reported record annual results in 2024, with a net income of R$ 3.7 billion. Saw increased sales volumes in both the Brazilian and international markets in 2024. Planning investments to expand production capacity, especially in processed foods. Recently acquired 50% of Gelprime. |
Achieved record results in 2024 driven by increased volumes sold. A major player in poultry and pork processing, handling millions of tons of meat annually. Brazil operation revenue was R$ 28.8 billion in 2024. Holds a significant market share (48%) in processed foods in Brazil. |
R$ 61.4 billion (2024) |
| Grupo Amaggi - A large Brazilian agribusiness corporation involved in grain and fiber production, trading, logistics, and energy. |
Grupo Amaggi is a prominent Brazilian agribusiness company with diversified operations including agricultural production (soybeans, corn, cotton), commodity trading, logistics (waterway and road transport, port terminals), and energy generation. It was founded by the Maggi family. |
Identified as one of the ten largest agribusiness companies in Brazil. Known for its strong focus on sustainability and initiatives for decarbonization in its production chain. Sustains a significant average annual Capex of around R$ 1.2 billion. Has a joint venture (ALZ Grãos) with Louis Dreyfus Company and Zen-Noh Grain for grain trading. |
Commercializes nearly 20 million tons of grains and fibers globally. Produces over 1.5 million tons of soybeans, cotton, and corn annually on its own farms. Its logistics operations handle large volumes of agricultural commodities for export and internal distribution. Reported revenue close to R$ 50 billion in 2024. |
R$ 44.87 billion (2023) |
| Louis Dreyfus Company Brasil - A global merchant and processor of agricultural commodities. Operates in trading, processing, and transporting various agricultural products in Brazil. |
Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is a global merchandiser and processor of agricultural commodities. In Brazil, LDC has a significant presence in the trading and logistics of grains, oilseeds, sugar, coffee, cotton, and other products, as well as some processing activities. |
Ranked among the largest agribusiness companies in Brazil. Globally, reported resilient results in 2024 despite challenges, with net sales reaching $50.6 billion (€47.5 billion). Investing in enhancing its logistics infrastructure in Brazil, including building a sugar transshipment terminal in São Paulo. Completed the acquisition of Companhia Cacique de Café Solúvel, a soluble coffee producer in Brazil. Has a grain trading joint venture (ALZ Grãos) in Brazil. |
Global volumes increased by 17.4% in 2024 compared to the previous year. While specific Brazil volume data was not detailed, its trading and logistics operations involve the handling and movement of substantial quantities of various agricultural commodities. The new sugar terminal aims to improve the efficiency of sugar transportation. |
R$ 42.87 billion (2023 - Brazil) |
| Cosan S.A. - A Brazilian conglomerate with significant investments and operations in sectors essential to the economy, including a strong presence in agribusiness through its subsidiaries. |
Cosan is a large Brazilian conglomerate that invests in and manages companies in strategic sectors such as energy, logistics, infrastructure, mining, and agribusiness. Its agribusiness interests are primarily represented by its participation in companies like Raízen, Radar, and Rumo. |
Operates through a portfolio of leading companies. Raízen is a major player in sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy. Rumo is a significant railway-based logistics operator for agricultural commodities. Radar is involved in the management of agricultural properties. Focuses on sustainable development and the energy transition. Reported a net income of R$ 1.1 billion in 2023. |
Volumes are represented by the operations of its subsidiaries. Raízen manages 1.3 million hectares and processes sugarcane for sugar and ethanol. Rumo transports significant volumes of agricultural products by rail. Specific consolidated agribusiness volumes for Cosan were not found. |
R$ 39.47 billion (2023) |
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