Brazil has firmly established itself as one of the world’s most important poultry producers and exporters. With a highly integrated production system, strict quality control standards, and diversified export destinations, Brazilian chicken has become a trusted raw material and finished product for importers and food manufacturers across every continent.

Brazil’s Chicken Production at Scale

Brazil consistently ranks among the top three chicken producers globally, alongside the United States and China. Annual production exceeds 14 million metric tons, supported by a well-developed agro-industrial ecosystem and abundant feed resources such as corn and soybeans.

The heart of Brazilian poultry production lies in southern states including Paraná, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul, regions known for advanced farming practices, skilled labor, and proximity to export ports. Production is largely organized under integrated farming models, where poultry companies supply chicks, feed, veterinary support, and technical supervision to contract farmers.

This system ensures:

• Uniform bird genetics

• Controlled nutrition and growth cycles

• Predictable volumes and consistent meat quality

Major Brazilian poultry companies operate end-to-end supply chains, from breeding and hatcheries to slaughtering, processing, freezing, and export logistics. This vertical integration minimizes risk, enhances traceability, and allows Brazil to supply large volumes year-round.

Advanced Quality Control and Food Safety Standards

Brazilian chicken farming and processing operate under some of the strictest sanitary and quality frameworks in the global poultry trade. Oversight is led by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA) through the Federal Inspection Service (SIF), which supervises slaughterhouses and export facilities approved for international markets.

Key quality and safety features include:

• Mandatory HACCP-based food safety systems

• Continuous veterinary inspection at slaughter and processing plants

• Full farm-to-fork traceability

• Compliance with ISO, BRC, and customer-specific standards

• Halal production lines for Muslim-majority markets

• Cold chain control from processing to shipment

Brazilian poultry plants are routinely audited by importing country authorities, including those from the European Union, Middle East, Japan, China, and Africa, reinforcing international confidence in Brazilian-origin chicken.

Brazil’s Top Chicken Export Markets

Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of chicken meat, supplying over 150 countries. Its export success is driven by competitive pricing, product diversity, and the ability to meet varied regulatory and cultural requirements.

Key export markets include:

• Middle East – Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iraq, Kuwait, and Qatar (strong demand for halal whole chicken, wings, and cuts)

• Asia – China, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Vietnam (high demand for feet, paws, wings, and deboned meat)

• Africa – South Africa, Angola, Congo, Ghana (frozen whole chicken and portions)

• European Union – processed and value-added chicken products

• Latin America – regional trade in frozen cuts and whole birds

Brazil’s logistics infrastructure supports both maritime container shipments worldwide and air cargo for premium or urgent markets, ensuring flexibility for buyers.

Why Global Importers Choose Brazilian Chicken

For food manufacturers and importers, Brazilian chicken offers several strategic advantages:

• Stable and scalable supply volumes

• Competitive cost structure

• Strict food safety compliance

• Flexible product specifications

• Strong experience in private-label and bulk supply

These strengths make Brazilian poultry an ideal ingredient for further processing, retail distribution, foodservice, and industrial food manufacturing.

Premium Frozen Chicken Cuts for Global Markets

Leveraging Brazil’s world-class poultry production and processing capabilities, Avecafrica proudly offer a full range of high-quality frozen chicken products, processed under strict international standards and suitable for global distribution:

• Chicken paws – Clean, well-graded, ideal for Asian food processing and culinary markets

• Chicken feet – Consistent size and quality, popular in Asia and Africa

• MJW chicken wings – Uniform cuts for retail, foodservice, and further processing

• Chicken thighs – Juicy, versatile, and widely demanded across global markets

• Chicken breast – Lean, protein-rich, ideal for manufacturers and retail brands

• Whole chicken – Halal and non-halal options available for diverse markets

• Whole chicken thighs – Cost-effective, flavorful, and export-ready

All products are IQF or block frozen, carefully packed, and maintained under strict cold-chain control to ensure freshness, safety, and long shelf life.

Logistics & Certification

* Delivery time: 40–45 days

* Origin: Brazil

* Certification: Supplier holds GACC approval for export to China

Capacity & Minimums

* Supply capacity: up to 500,000 MT/month in 20-foot refrigerated containers on container vessels.

* Minimum quantity: 25,000 MT per month or spot shipments in 20-foot refrigerated containers on container vessels.

Contact us to discuss specifications, packaging options, and long-term supply programs tailored to your market.

Your Reliable Partner in Brazilian Poultry Supply

Whether you are sourcing raw materials for food manufacturing, expanding your frozen protein portfolio, or securing long-term poultry supply, our Brazilian frozen chicken cuts deliver quality, consistency, and global compliance. We work closely with approved Brazilian producers to meet your volume, specification, and destination requirements.

Bibliography

1. Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) – Export Statistics
   Brazil chicken meat exports grew 3% in 2024 — The Poultry Site (data from ABPA).
   https://www.thepoultrysite.com/news/2025/01/brazil-chicken-meat-exports-grew-3-in-2024-abpa (The Poultry Site)

2. Brazil Sets New Poultry Export Record
   Brazil sets new poultry export record as global demand heats up — The Poultry Site.
   https://www.thepoultrysite.com/news/2025/04/brazil-sets-new-poultry-export-record-as-global-demand-heats-up-abpa (The Poultry Site)

3. Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA) – Export Overview
   Ministry highlights Brazil’s vocation for exporting chicken meat, official news release on Brazil.gov.br.
   https://www.gov.br/planalto/en/latest-news/2024/05/ministry-of-agriculture-and-livestock-highlights-brazils-vocation-for-exporting-chicken-meat (Serviços e Informações do Brasil)

4. ABPA Annual Report (PDF)
   ABPA Report 2024 – Annual Brazilian poultry production and export data.
   https://abpa-br.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/RA_2024_ABPA_ingles_avicultura.pdf (ABPA)

5. Brazilian Poultry Exporter Guide (Industry Reference)
   How to Import Frozen Chicken from Brazil: Step-by-Step Buyer’s Guide — provides export context and standards.
   https://brazilpoultryexports.com/how-to-import-frozen-chicken-from-brazil/ (brazilpoultryexports.com)

6. Brazilian Poultry & Pork Exporter Context
   BrazilianPoultryAndPork.com.br – Overview of Brazil’s chicken production and export markets.
   https://brazilianpoultryandpork.com.br/ (brazilianpoultryandpork.com.br)

7. SIF and Quality Certification Reference
   Brazil Poultry Certifications – SIF, Halal, ISO standards for exports.
   https://globalexporter-br.com/brazil-poultry-certifications/ (Global Exporter)

8. USDA Report (Export Forecast)
   Poultry and Products Annual Report (BR2025-0038) — Expected trends in chicken exports.
   https://apps.fas.usda.gov/newgainapi/api/Report/DownloadReportByFileName%3FfileName%3DPoultry%2520and%2520Products%2520Annual_Brasilia_Brazil_BR2025-0038.pdf (USDA Apps)