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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) took part in the 62nd Session of the Subsidiary Bodies of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held from June 16 to 26 in Bonn, Germany. This annual event functions as a preliminary meeting for the next Conference of the Parties (COP30), scheduled to […]
The Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) hosted a strategic meeting with the Diplomats of Agriculture of Brazil (DAB) group, comprised of representatives from 16 countries. The meeting reaffirmed the Brazilian agricultural sector’s commitment to offering concrete, sustainable inputs to global climate negotiations during the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), which will […]
Brazilian agriculture has long since evolved beyond supplying food. Today, it also produces clean energy, innovation, and solutions to some of the greatest challenges of the 21st century. Among these solutions, biofuels stand out as a strategic alternative to address climate change and accelerate the global transition to a low-carbon economy. In a world urgently […]
Dr. Mariangela Hungria, a leading researcher at EMBRAPA Soja, has been awarded the 2025 World Food Prize, the most prestigious international award in agricultural science, often referred to as the “Nobel Prize for Food and Agriculture.” She is the first Brazilian and only the second Latin American woman to receive this honor, recognized for her […]
By Marie Bartz* In the early 1970s, while there were already some research initiatives and government programs focused on soil conservation — especially in Brazil’s southern and southeastern regions — a new kind of movement was taking root in northern Paraná. This time, it wasn’t led by scientists or politicians, but by the farmers themselves. […]
In Brazil, June marks a time to light bonfires, cook seasonal dishes with corn, and celebrate the saints honored for generations across the countryside. It all begins with Saint Anthony, honored on the 13th, who opens the calendar of festivities with faith, flavor, and rural heritage. A Saint Close to Rural Communities Known as the […]
Harvested mainly from March to June, persimmon is a fruit that has earned its place in Brazilian agriculture due to its smooth flavor, adaptability to local climates, and high market acceptance. Grown primarily in the Southeast and South of the country, Brazilian persimmons are cultivated in different varieties, including Rama Forte, Fuyu, and Giombo. Key […]
In global agricultural trade, the success of bilateral partnerships increasingly hinges on economic complementarity, the ability of countries to efficiently exchange what they produce for what they need. This principle has become essential in Brazilian agribusiness in areas such as expanding access to international markets, increasing export competitiveness, and building sustainable trade relationships. By exporting […]
In recent years, the relationship between Brazil and China has gained new layers of complexity and strategic significance. What began as a trade flow centered on commodities has evolved into a broader collaboration involving food security, biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture. As global demand shifts and climate challenges intensify, cooperation between these two leading agricultural actors […]
Brazil received a new health status from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) on Thursday (May 29). The country is now officially recognized as free from foot-and-mouth disease without vaccination. The certificate confirming the new health status was presented to Marcelo Mota, Director of Animal Health at the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa), […]
Brazilian viticulture has been gaining international attention for a special reason: its ability to produce wines across regions with outstanding climatic, geographic, and ecological diversity. From subtropical areas to semi-arid landscapes, from Serra Gaúcha to the São Francisco Valley, vineyards thrive under conditions rarely seen in the wine world. This diversity yields wines with remarkably […]