The United States has regained a foothold in Bangladesh’s corn import market, securing a 6 percent share in the 2025-26 marketing year after an eight-year absence. According to a report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Bangladesh imported more than 1.74 million tonnes of corn during this period, with U.S. suppliers accounting for approximately 111,000 tonnes.

Despite this renewed presence, Brazil remains the dominant supplier, providing 68 percent of Bangladesh’s corn imports, followed by India at 24 percent. The report notes that India’s exportable corn surplus has declined significantly since 2024, primarily due to increased domestic biofuel production, which has allowed Brazil to consolidate its position as the leading exporter to Bangladesh.

For the upcoming 2026-27 marketing year, Bangladesh’s private sector is projected to import about 1.8 million tonnes of corn, marking a 3.4 percent increase compared to the previous year. While domestic corn production is also on the rise and forecast at around 6 million tonnes, local output remains insufficient to fully meet the needs of the country’s feed industry.

Corn stands as the second-largest grain crop in Bangladesh after rice and serves mainly as a key ingredient in poultry feed. Approximately 90 percent of the locally grown corn is consumed by the national animal feed industry. The USDA report highlights that demand for corn is expanding, driven largely by growth in the livestock and aquaculture sectors.

Import volumes fluctuate annually depending on domestic harvest yields and market availability, underscoring the importance of both local production and international sourcing in meeting Bangladesh's rising feed requirements.