Argentina changes taxes on wheat and barley, gives unexpected relief to farmers, and still leaves soybeans in line for a tax shift in 2027.

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Published on 22/05/2026 at 17:07

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Reduction announced by Javier Milei decreases export taxes, improves tight agricultural margins, and paves the way for a possible cut in soybean taxes in 2027

Argentina announced a significant tax change for agribusiness, stirring the grain market.

The government of Javier Milei will reduce, starting in June 2026, the export taxes on wheat and barley from 7.5% to 5.5%.

According to the Rosario Grain Exchange, the measure will provide some relief to farmers in the final decision-making phase about planting the 2026/27 crop.

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Reduction improves prices paid in the Argentine countryside

According to estimates by the Rosario Grain Exchange, the tax reduction is expected to raise wheat purchase prices by 2.2% to 2.3%.

In practice, this represents an approximate gain of US$ 4.8 to US$ 4.9 per metric ton.

This increase helps to offset some of the pressure on producers’ margins.

The tax reduction comes at a strategic time for those still determining the area allocated to winter grains.

Planting of the 2026/27 crop has already begun in strategic regions

The planting of winter grains has already begun in different regions of Argentina.

In mid-May 2026, official data indicated progress in wheat sowing in Entre Rios, Tucumán, Catamarca, and Santiago del Estero.

Barley planting was also advancing in parts of Buenos Aires and other agricultural areas of the country.

The tax decision can directly influence the final adjustments of the 2026/27 season.

Soybeans may also enter a new tax phase

Milei stated on Thursday (21) that export taxes on soybeans may also gradually decrease.

This possible reduction would only begin in January 2027.

The indication gained weight because Argentina holds a central position in the global soybean market.

Currently, the country is the largest global exporter of processed soybean products.

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Argentina also remains among the major global exporters of wheat, which increases the relevance of the measure.

Any changes in export taxes can alter expectations of producers, buyers, and agents in the agricultural sector.

The announcement reinforces the government’s attempt to alleviate costs and stimulate productive decisions in a scenario of pressured margins.

The question now is will this cut be enough to improve the competitiveness of Argentine farmers in the face of high production costs?

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