Argentina wheat shipment arrived in China in early 2026

Argentina's grain supply to China has recently entered a transformative phase, marked by the opening of a historic wheat trade corridor and a significant surge in soybean and corn exports.

On February 10, 2026, the first commercial shipment of Argentine wheat in decades arrived in Shenzhen, China. This 70,000-tonne cargo, managed by COFCO International, signifies the operationalization of a trade route authorized in early 2024.

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China’s first market-oriented purchase of wheat from Argentina was held Feb. 10, 2026. The 70,000 tones of wheat, which was imported by COFCO International, and arrived in China after nearly two months at sea.

China receives first wheat shipment from Argentina which opens a new trade corridor between the two countries, the shipment will help diversify China’s grain supply and further strengthen agricultural and economic ties with Argentina.

COFCO will continue to deepen cooperation with major grain-producing countries to support the stability and resilience of the global food supply chain. China’s push to diversify its grain supply chain.

the launch of Argentine wheat exports to China reflects the important level of mutual trust and the growing maturity of bilateral relations....See more from world-grain  here

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Argentina remains a strategic partner for China's food security, providing approximately 23% of its soybean imports. In late 2025, China diverted nearly $975 million in soybean orders from the U.S. to Argentina following record harvests and temporary tax incentives in the region.

The first-ever shipments of Argentine soybean meal to China were completed in late 2025 by Bunge Global.