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Made in Brazil

08/22/2025

Rice and Beans: the heart of Brazilian dishes

If there’s one combination that defines Brazilian food, it’s rice and beans. Found in homes, restaurants, and street-side eateries from north to south, the pairing is more than just a staple — it’s a symbol of culture, nutrition, and food security. As one of the world’s leading consumers and producers of rice and beans, Brazil […]

Discover

08/20/2025

5 Reasons for the Global Success of Brazilian Chicken

Combining quality, scale, sanitary excellence, and competitiveness, Brazil has become the world’s leading exporter of chicken meat and one of the top global suppliers of animal protein. In 2024, the country produced approximately 13.7 billion kilograms of chicken meat and exported 4.95 million tons to more than 120 international markets, according to the Brazilian Institute […]

Honey

08/13/2025

The Brazil of Bees: Flavor, Knowledge, and Natural Innovation

Brazil is the 11th largest honey producer in the world, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). This circumstance reflects not only production volume, but also the country’s remarkable diversity of native bee species. According to the Taxonomic Catalog of the Fauna of Brazil, more than 1,500 species of bees […]

Grains

08/11/2025

Brazil and India: a partnership rooted in food, fuel, and innovation

The agricultural trade between Brazil and India reflects a balanced and strategic partnership — one that combines food exports, energy cooperation, and access to agricultural inputs. In 2023, the agribusiness flow between Brazil and India reached nearly US$10 billion — placing India among Brazil’s top 10 agricultural trading partners, according to Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture […]

News

08/08/2025

3 Women Leaders in Agriculture You Should Know

Meet the female farmers shaping the future of Brazil’s agriculture. Across Brazil, women are changing the agricultural sector with leadership, innovation, and a strong commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth. At the heart of this movement is the National Commission of Women in Agriculture, launched by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) to […]

News

08/06/2025

Zoom in on Brazilian Pulses

Beans are a staple in the Brazilian diet and play a central role in national food security. While most of the production is destined for domestic consumption, maintaining and expanding exports is key to generating income for producers and strengthening the country’s position in global markets. In 2024, Brazil exported 343,600 tons of pulses, reaching […]

Made in Brazil

08/04/2025

agroBR: Connecting Brazilian Farmers to Global Markets

Brazil is one of the world’s leading food producers, and it’s poised to take its production even further. agroBR is a national program that helps rural entrepreneurs bring their high-quality, sustainable products to international buyers. Whether you’re a small importer or a global distributor, agroBR makes it easier to access Brazil’s finest. What is agroBRagroBR […]

Grains

08/01/2025

Brazilian Soybean Oil in Global Markets

In 2024, Brazil exported 1.37 million tons of soybean oil, yielding USD 1.31 billion in revenue. India was the main destination country, accounting for 58% of the total volume, followed by China, Bangladesh, Algeria, and Venezuela. Production is estimated at 11.37 million tons for the 2024-25 crop year. The figures reflect Brazil’s consistent input to […]

Dairy

07/24/2025

Brazil Celebrates the Best of Its Artisanal Cheeses

On July 22, Brazilian farmers from across the country gathered at the headquarters of the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), in Brasília, to celebrate the winners of the CNA Brazil Artisanal Award– Cheese Edition. The ceremony honored the excellence of cheese farmers from 22 states, representing the diversity and creativity of Brazil’s dairy […]

Tea & Herbs

07/14/2025

Five teas any Brazilian grandmother would recommend

The knowledge conveyed through generations by Brazilian grandmothers is deeply rooted in the countryside and backyards lovingly grown by smallholder farmers. Long before pharmacies reached remote towns, fresh herbs picked right there in yards or along the garden’s edge were used for healthcare, to strengthen the body, and to soothe the spirit. These homemade teas […]

Fish & Seafood

07/11/2025

Brazilian scientists develop smart packaging that changes color to show fish freshness

A new smart packaging technology developed by Brazilian researchers promises to revolutionize real-time food quality monitoring. The innovative packaging has nanofiber mats embedded with natural pigments extracted from red cabbage that change color as fish fillets deteriorate, offering a clear visual indicator of freshness. The technology was created by scientists at the Brazilian Agricultural Research […]

Geographical Indications: A Good Deal

In Brazil, the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) defines a Geographical Indication (GI) as “a product or service originating in a territory or region, when a certain quality, reputation or other characteristic is fundamentally related to its geographical origin.” In short, the idea of GIs is related to a certificate of authenticity for products […]

News

07/04/2025

Mercosur and EFTA complete a free trade agreement with expanded market access

Mercosur and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA, comprising Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland, and Switzerland) announced on July 2, 2025, the ending of negotiations for a new free trade agreement. The deal marks a milestone in strengthening ties between the two blocs, aligning with both regions’ strategies to diversify trade partnerships amid a global context of […]