Evidence of fraud identified in soybean shipment at the Port of Paranaguá.

The Ministry of Agriculture has identified evidence of fraud in a shipment of soybeans destined for export at the Port of Paranaguá. The irregularity came to light after a report from the Port Authority of Paranaguá and Antonina.

The inspection took place at the port's sorting yard. The team from the Plant Product Inspection Service in Paraná (Sipov/PR) assessed the cargo's compliance with the official identity and quality standards required for plant products intended for human consumption and international trade.

Inspections revealed discrepancies between the transported product and the information declared in the tax documentation. The cargo, estimated at approximately 42 tons, showed signs of adulteration upon arrival at its destination, with differences compared to the product originally shipped. An audit of the classification reinforced the suspicion by indicating a composition different from that declared.

The head of Sipov/PR, Fernando Augusto Mendes, emphasized that controlling exports is strategic in nature. According to him, Brazil's position as the world's largest producer and exporter of soybeans requires continuous strengthening of official inspection mechanisms to safeguard the product's reputation in the international market.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply (MAPA) oversees the quality, classification, and conformity of plant products destined for domestic trade and export. Its actions are governed by Law No. 9.972/2000, which establishes the Brazilian System for the Classification of Plant Products, regulated by Decree No. 12.709/2024.

In Paraná, inspections occur in three stages. The first takes place at the origin, in 64 units registered as storage and export facilities to China, verifying classification, identity, and quality criteria. The second stage occurs upon arrival at the Port of Paranaguá, with inspections at the Sorting Yard and terminals, working in conjunction with APPA and state agencies. In 2025, more than 507 vehicles underwent inspection. The final stage occurs during the loading of the ship for export, in conjunction with the International Agricultural Surveillance (Vigiagro), when the final cargo inspection takes place and the phytosanitary certificate is issued.

The case remains under investigation. Evidence of administrative and operational irregularities is being analyzed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply (MAPA). Any potential criminal aspect is being investigated by the Federal Police.