The latest U.S. Department of Agriculture export sales report for June 27-July 3, 2025, highlights a significant surge in corn exports amid varied performance across other agricultural commodities. Net corn sales for the 2024/2025 marketing year reached 1,262,100 metric tons (MT), marking a 70 percent increase from the prior 4-week average, with Mexico and Japan leading the purchases.
While corn exports showed robust growth, wheat and soybean sectors faced more challenging conditions. Wheat net sales for the 2025/2026 marketing year totaled 567,800 MT, with South Korea, Japan, and Mexico as top buyers, but reductions were noted for several destinations. Soybean sales showed moderate growth, with net sales of 503,000 MT for 2024/2025, up 9 percent from the previous week.
The cotton sector demonstrated strength, particularly in Upland cotton, with net sales of 75,100 running bales (RB) for 2024/2025, representing a 55 percent increase from the prior 4-week average. Vietnam, Pakistan, and India emerged as primary purchasers.
In the livestock sector, beef net sales saw a slight 1 percent increase from the previous week, totaling 11,600 MT for 2025, with Japan and South Korea as key markets. However, pork sales declined by 11 percent, reaching 24,300 MT for 2025, with China and Mexico leading the demand.
The report also highlighted significant single-day sales, including substantial corn sales to Mexico and unknown destinations for both the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 marketing years. Additionally, large soybean and soybean cake and meal sales to unknown destinations were reported.
These export figures provide crucial insights into the current state of U.S. agricultural trade, reflecting both domestic production capabilities and international market demands. As global economic conditions and trade relationships continue to evolve, this data will play a vital role in shaping agricultural policy and business strategies in the coming months.
The mixed performance across commodities underscores the complex nature of global agricultural markets, with factors such as weather conditions, trade policies, and changing consumer preferences influencing demand patterns. For U.S. farmers and exporters, these trends highlight the importance of market diversification and adaptability in response to shifting global trade dynamics.
As the agricultural sector navigates these challenges and opportunities, industry stakeholders will be closely monitoring future export reports for indications of long-term trends and potential shifts in international demand for U.S. agricultural products.
