Soybean production in Argentina estimated to reach 50 million tons

28-May-2025 03:26 PM

Buenos Aires. Soybean harvesting preparations are underway in Argentina. However, recent heavy rains have created difficulties for farmers in some areas, slowing the harvesting process.

So far, more than 70 percent of the soybean crop has been harvested, but this year’s harvesting pace is the slowest in the last 11 years. Despite the delays, average soybean yield is expected to rise by 8 percent compared to last year, reaching 3200 kg per hectare (47.6 bushels per acre).

Approximately 74 percent of the early sown soybean crop has been harvested, with an average yield of 3260 kg per hectare (48.5 bushels per acre).

In contrast, about 45 percent of the double-cropped soybean area has been harvested, yielding an average of 2660 kg per hectare (39.6 bushels per acre).

Yields ranged widely from 1500 kg to 3800 kg per hectare (22.3 to 56 bushels per acre). Crop conditions were poor in drought-affected regions, while central areas recorded better-than-expected yields.

For the 2024-25 marketing season, soybean sales in Argentina have been notably slow. As of May 20, only 28.7 percent of the soybean harvest had been sold, the lowest level in the last ten years. The 10-year average for this period is 36.1 percent.

Heavy rains have led to waterlogging in many fields and increased soil moisture, making it difficult to operate harvesting machinery.

This has raised concerns about potential grain quality deterioration. Farmers are also waiting for clarity on the government's soy dollar policy, which could help ensure profitable prices for their crops.

Soybean production in Argentina is estimated to reach 50 million tonnes this season, providing more raw material for the country's soybean crushing and processing industry.