Argentina's next wheat production is expected to be spectacular

27-May-2025 11:06 AM

Buenos Aires. Latin American country Argentina is expected to witness a spectacular wheat production during the 2025-26 season due to favorable weather conditions and an increase in sowing area.

Wheat is sown there in May-June and harvested in November-December. According to the Rosario Grain Exchange, wheat production in Argentina could rise to the second highest level on record during the 2025-26 season, supported by suitable weather for sowing.

The latest report from the Rosario Grain Exchange estimates that Argentina’s wheat sowing area could increase to 7.2 million hectares (17.8 million acres) this year.

Total production is projected to rise to 21.2 million tonnes due to an expected improvement in average yield. Currently, the exchange has estimated production at 21 million tonnes, but the report indicates strong potential for these figures to be achieved.

To support wheat cultivation, the Argentine government has extended the reduction in export duty on wheat until March 2026. This incentive is expected to encourage farmers to increase production and invest more in wheat farming.

National-level sowing has already begun, but recent heavy rains in some regions have caused waterlogging and high soil moisture, slowing progress. However, as conditions improve, sowing activity is expected to pick up pace, and farmers still have ample time to complete the process.

Argentina, located in South America, is among the top seven wheat-exporting countries in the world and exports large quantities to countries including Brazil. If production surpasses 20 million tonnes this year, Argentina could achieve significant growth in wheat exports.