Venezuela: Exporter Guide Annual

This report outlines market conditions and opportunities for U.S. agricultural exports to expand or enter the Venezuelan market. In 2025, U.S. agricultural exports to Venezuela reached $758 million, mostly unchanged from 2024. In early 2026, improved bilateral relations between the United States and Venezuela provided important economic tailwinds, and the economy underwent a period of localized stabilization and output growth, though it remained severely weakened by a long-term economic contraction, hyperinflation, and a lingering impact of international sanctions. The devastating June 24, 2026, earthquakes in north-central Venezuela further disrupted commercial trade, damaging critical infrastructure and straining essential logistics networks. Despite these challenges, Venezuela's food and retail sector has proven durable, and consumers continue to hold U.S. brands in high regard.