Brazil is today the world’s largest exporter of beef (23% of global exports) and its second largest producer, and has one of the largest and most sustainable cattle herds in the world. The national herd counts 213.6m heads of cattle.
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), […]
The Brazilian Agriculture and Livestock Confederation, CNA, filed a complaint with the European Commission on May 27, calling on it to investigate French retailers’ boycott of Brazilian meat and ensure their actions do not undermine the Mercosur trade deal with the EU. CNA has legitimate concerns that four of the largest French retail groups […]
According to official figures from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), Brazil has the world’s largest commercial cattle herd, around 239 million head. This makes the country the world’s second-largest beef producer, with almost 12 million tons produced yearly. However, this is not the most outstanding data, but the fact that Brazil is […]
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 […]
Ramadan, the sacred month for Muslims, began last week and marks a period of fasting, prayer, and reflection. During this time, the meals accompanying fasting, the “iftar” (held at sunset), and the “suhoor” (before dawn) feature traditional dishes such as dates, soups, meats, grains, and sweets. These recipes require products that meet halal standards, and […]
Brazilian beef is globally acknowledged for its quality, resulting from a combination of factors such as selected breeds, proper management, nutrient-rich feeding, and cutting techniques that enhance the unique traits of each cut. Let’s explore the main Brazilian premium cuts, their technical features, and the advantages that appeal to consumers around the world. Picanha Picanha […]
Brazilian beef cattle breeding is benefiting from a new app developed by the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA), designed to improve andrological tests in bulls and optimize the assessment of bovine reproductive health, making the process more efficient. Development of the App Aiming to address the challenges of traditional andrological tests, which are often complex […]
The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) has been making significant strides in promoting sustainable agriculture practices, and a notable example of this is the validation of technical guidelines for Low-Carbon Meat Production (CBC). Complementing the Carbon Neutral Meat (CCN) protocol, which focuses on livestock systems amid trees, CBC is aimed at systems without such presence, […]
Brazilian farmers are celebrating a significant achievement on the international stage: the opening of 38 new Brazilian meatpacking plants for export to the Chinese market. This decision by the Chinese government represents an unprecedented opportunity for the Brazilian agricultural sector, with the number of qualified premises increasing from 106 to 144, offering vast prospects for […]
The Brazilian agribusiness trade balance data for August show how our exports keep increasing year after year. In that month, the value of goods traded abroad reached US$ 15.4 billion, a 5.3% increase when compared to the same period in 2022. At the month’s end, agriculture and livestock products had a surplus of US$ 14 […]
Representing ten different countries, a delegation of diplomats landed in Mato Grosso do Sul, in the Pantanal region, for a Brazilian Farmer experience. The initiative is part of the AgroBrazil Exchange Program, which was held on the week of September 18th. The mission was organized by CNA, in partnership with ApexBrasil. Diplomats from Germany, Australia, […]
The gross revenue of Brazilian rural premises, known as GPV, is expected to reach R$1.26 trillion in 2023, equivalent to US$ 262.3 billion. The figure is estimated by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), considering agricultural and cattle-raising production based on the average worth received by farmers across the country. The figure reflects […]
Innovative technologies have been driving strategic supply chains in the economy of Acre and other Amazon states. These technological advancements have led to improvements in agricultural and forestry production, environmental preservation, and economic opportunities in the region. The widespread adoption of technology has played a crucial role in developing the livestock sector in Acre, turning […]
Selma Percy Sanches is a dentist and rural producer. Born in the São Paulo state, in southeastern Brazil, she moved to Mato Grosso do Sul, in the country mid-west, to continue her late father’s vocation: livestock farming. When her time came to lead the business, she changed the way she worked to follow the same […]
