Analysis of the competitiveness of Brazilian poultry-meat exporting states (1999-2022)

Abstract

This study analyzed the performance of Brazilian poultry-meat exporting federative units (states), using the Revealed Comparative Advantage (RCA) and the Relative Position (RPI) indices. Furthermore, the performance matrix based on the linear trend of the calculated indices was elaborated, covering the period from 1999 to 2022 with data obtained from the ComexStat database. The results reveal that the most efficient federative units in the sector are Distrito Federal, Paraná, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul and Mato Grosso do Sul. On the other hand, the other states examined presented comparative disadvantages. It is important to highlight that all analyzed states had surpluses in poultry meat exports, which contribute positively to their trade balance. Furthermore, throughout the period, most federative units presented stable indicators, which suggest a consistent and favorable scenario for the sector.