The year 2023 is arriving, and it comes with new challenges. According to the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), the upcoming year will bring opportunities for Brazil to continue increasing its participation in international agricultural trade and fulfilling its purpose of being a major food supplier to the rest of the world, contributing […]
In early November, Brazil obtained the first Geographical Indication (GI) for tropical wines. The unprecedented acknowledgment was granted to the Vale do São Francisco [San Francisco River Valley] region, which encompasses cities in Bahia and Pernambuco states. Vale dos Vinhedos [Vineyards Valley], in Rio Grande do Sul state, obtained this accolade for temperate wines in […]
Mucilaginous, gummy, slimy: these are all words used to describe the contents of the okra pod, which contains numerous small seeds in a gooey, sticky substance. It divides people’s opinions, but one thing is for sure: okra is rich in nutrients, has a low glycemic index, and high concentration of fibers. It contains the following […]
You may have heard about the worldwide trend of using native ingredients in gastronomy, which is now being revealed in the world of cocktails. In Brazil, it is no different. An infinite number of herbs, tree barks, and roots infused in an alcoholic solution and stored in bottles have permeated our culture since the 17th […]
Brazilian agribusiness continues on a positive growth trend. In October 2022, exports hit US$ 14.3 billion, representing a 61.3% increase compared to the same period in 2021. Year-to-date, the growth is 33%. These results represent a surplus of US$ 12.8 billion in our agricultural trade balance. In October, the main product in our agribusiness export […]
Do you know what pulses are? This is the name given to dried seeds of legumes used in food. The main pulses in Brazil are beans, chickpeas, lentils, and peas. Besides being regarded as important sources of protein, the grains called pulses are also rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They have low-fat levels and […]
The CNA/SENAR System was present at the panels and debates promoted for two weeks at the 27th United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP 27), held in Sharm El-Sheik, Egypt. One of the main goals of the CNA delegation was to show the world the relevance of Brazilian rural producers in the debates about climate […]
Brazil is one of the largest producers of Brazil nuts and cashew nuts since both are native to our country. Other nuts that belong to Brazilian ecosystems have gained international recognition for their flavor and versatility, such as the baru nut, whereas macadamia and pecan were introduced and now are adapted to the territory. For […]
What do the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia have in common? Undoubtedly, they have a concern with ensuring food safety. This was one of the findings of a mission carried out by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) to these countries. For three weeks, it was possible to […]
Baru or cumbaru (scientific name: Dipteryx alata) is the fruit of the baruzeiro, an imperious tree native to the Brazilian Cerrado. From its fruit comes the nut, full of good nutritional aspects. In fact, the baru nut has more nutrients than peanuts and most other nuts. Almost 30% of its weight is made up of […]
Between 2020 and 2021, the Brazilian flower market grew by 15%, according to the Brazilian Institute of Floriculture (IBRAFLOR). The revenue was R$ 10.9 billion, compared to R$ 9.6 billion in the previous year. The three segments with the highest sales were decoration (R$ 3.2 billion), representing 30% of the revenue; self-service (R$ 2.2 billion); […]
Almost 20 years ago, Ludmila Gallon took the National Rural Learning Service’s (SENAR) course about yerba mate and was delighted. It all happened after she moved to Ilópolis, a city known for the plant’s high level of production. Its name derives from “Ilex paraguariensis” (the scientific name of yerba mate), and “polis” (“city,” in Greek); […]
Last month, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) went on a trade mission to four countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Gedeão Pereira, CNA’s Vice-president of International Relations, and Sueme Mori, CNA’s Director of International Relations, represented Brazilian Farmers on visits that included Manila (Philippines), Jakarta (Indonesia), Singapore City (Singapore), […]
The World Cup is coming! And, for the first time in history, the most important event in world football will be held in the Middle East. The host country is Qatar, a small nation on the Arabian Peninsula half the size of Sergipe (the smallest Brazilian state), and in terms of population, it does not […]
The commitment to sustainability is a key asset of Brazilian agriculture and cattle raising. A survey carried out in 2020 and released by the ILPF Network Association shows that Mato Grosso do Sul is the Brazilian state with the largest area dedicated to integrated systems in agricultural and livestock production. There are more than 3.1 […]