The Secretariat for Economic Development, Science, Technology and Innovation (SEDEC) reported that fruit farming dominated Rio Grande do Norte's export landscape in March. Five products from the fruit production chain constituted 58.6% of the state's monthly exports. Other cane sugars led with $7.1 million, followed by fresh melons at $6.5 million. Other animal-origin products, unsuitable for human consumption, contributed $4.3 million. Fresh watermelons and fresh papayas brought in $3.2 million and $2.3 million, respectively.
The United States was the primary market, acquiring $10.5 million in goods. Senegal, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United Kingdom are also featured as key destinations, collectively accounting for 69.9% of exports. Rio Grande do Norte's total exports reached $39.9 million, with imports at $36.9 million, resulting in a $3 million trade surplus. SEDEC attributed this to the state's diverse commercial portfolio and expanding international market presence.
Source: DatamarNews