Last week, Fernanda Maciel, Deputy Director of International Relations at the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), participated in the Valor Econômico Brazil-China 2025 Summit, held in Shanghai, China. The event took place from April 23 to 25 and was organized by the Brazilian newspaper “Valor Econômico” in partnership with the Brazilian Center for […]
Brazil is about to reap another historic harvest — more than 330 million tons of grains are estimated for 2024-25. This figure proudly reaffirms what the world already knows: we are one of the largest food producers on the planet. Brazilian agriculture shows its strength: season after season, it sows, cultivates, reaps, delivers, and faces […]
The future of Brazil’s agricultural sector increasingly depends on young people who are prepared to act beyond the farm gates. With this in mind, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) has been expanding its actions to train leaders to represent agriculture in institutional, political, union, and communication forums. At the forefront of this […]
During Lent, heeded by many Christian communities worldwide, the consumption of red meat typically decreases, especially on Fridays. This tradition, rooted in reflection and moderation, leads to a noticeable increase in people consuming fish. In Brazil, this seasonal behavior coincides with the availability of fresh farmed fish, offering consumers a wide variety of choices and […]
Article by Eric Pinheiro, International Relations Advisor at CNA Expanding the Economic Complementation Agreement No. 53 (ECA 53) between Mercosur and Mexico represents a strategic opportunity to strengthen regional agribusiness. Diversifying markets, reducing tariff barriers, and facilitating trade are key to improving the competitiveness of the South American bloc’s agricultural products and meeting the increasing […]
On April 3rd and 4th, 2025, the 51st meeting of the South American Commission for the Control of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (COSALFA) took place, a landmark event that represents the closing of the 2021-2025 Action Plan of the Hemispheric Program for the Eradication of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (PHEFA). The meeting was a significant step forward in eradicating […]
In a historic step that strengthens Brazil’s role in global agricultural discussions, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) has officially joined the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO). The confirmation occurred during a high-level meeting in Rome, held at the WFO headquarters on April 3rd, with the presence of key leaders from both institutions. “CNA […]
Last week, Brazilian Farmers participated in the Expo ANTAD 2025, held in Guadalajara, Mexico. The event provided a valuable opportunity to expand trade relations within Brazil’s agribusiness sector. The AgroBR initiative, promoted by CNA in partnership with APEX-Brasil, gathered rural entrepreneurs representing small- and medium-sized companies in the food and beverage industry. During the mission, […]
The National Commission of Women in Agribusiness, an initiative of the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), was created to increase women’s role in the CNA System and advocate for the agricultural sector as promoters of the country’s competitiveness and development. Since its launching in 2022, the Commission’s representatives—coming from all Brazilian states—have devoted […]
This month, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) took part in the 2nd Meeting of the Latin American Water Council held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The event gathered representatives from member countries to discuss essential issues for the agribusiness sector, such as financing, innovations, and the efficiency of several water uses. CNA’s active […]
The agricultural sector faces persistent challenges that require innovation, efficient management, and sustainability to ensure its continuity and growth. In this scenario, the role of young people has become crucial, both in family succession on rural premises and their work as farming professionals. Engaging the new generation brings modernization, the implementation of new technologies, and […]
The Vice President of the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), Muni Lourenço, welcomed on March 19 the visit of the Director of the Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Environment of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Kaveh Zahedi. The meeting was attended by the FAO Representative in Brazil, […]
Yerba mate is one of the products that encapsulate Brazil’s agricultural culture and tradition. Acknowledged both nationally and internationally, it plays a significant role in the country’s identity, being consumed in various forms, from chimarrão to tereré, and valued for its distinctive flavor and natural aspects. In this context, the recent recognition of Geographical Indication […]
Brazil is the world’s largest producer and exporter of oranges, thus consolidating its position as a global leader in citrus fruit production. With a diverse range of varieties, the country supplies the domestic market and key international destinations such as Europe, the United States, and Asia. Some cultivated varieties include Pera orange, Bahia orange, Lima […]
Brazilian livestock farming has increasingly distinguished itself globally, thanks to the implementation of advanced technologies that ensure greater transparency and control throughout the entire production chain. In December 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) unveiled the National Plan for Individual Identification of Cattle and Buffaloes (PNIB)—a major step forward in enhancing traceability in […]