Tons of mangos will rot on their trees, while other fruits, such as grapes, melons, and limes will be discarded altogether. This was the image projected by the Brazilian fruit sector after the notorious tariffs from the American president Donald Trump. Indeed, some crops will be harshly affected by the surcharges, particularly because these products are perishable: if they are not sold on time, they simply rot. However, the USA represents only 7% of Brazilian food exports in total. These tariffs then create a more ambitious reflection: Why is Brazil, the third largest global fruit producer, only the 31st largest exporter?

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