Acre economy driven by nuts and fruit exports

The Brazilian state of Acre is seeing significant economic activity from its agricultural sector, with fruits and nuts accounting for 24.6% of the state's exports between January and September. According to data from the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services, these products represent approximately US$ 24.8 million of the state's US$ 100.9 million in total exports during this period. Beef remains the leading export at 35.3%, followed by soy at 18.7%.

In the Alto Acre microregion, which includes Assis Brasil, Brasiléia, Epitaciolândia, and Xapuri, production of Brazil nuts and rubber is highly concentrated. This region produced 5,014 tons of Brazil nuts in 2024, representing 50.4% of the state's total. However, the region faces logistical challenges, as much of the processing occurs in the capital, Rio Branco, rather than locally.

Despite the high export value, Brazil nut production in the Alto Acre region saw a 23.7% decline between 2014 and 2024. Local officials and state secretaries are working to improve industrialization and help local companies access international markets, such as Peru, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates, to increase competitiveness.