Sugarcane

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 […]

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 […]

Cachaça, a truly Brazilian beverage, is the heart of many cultures in the country and has been gaining appreciation abroad. Its production dates back to the colonial period, and its flavor diversity varies according to the wood used in aging and the distillation process. The Craft of Traditional Cachaça Making Cachaça is distilled with precision […]

The SôZé cachaça, produced by Spinagro, is a bright example of sustainable innovation in the Brazilian agricultural sector. Located near Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo state, this unique cachaça is praised for its quality and commitment to environmental stewardship and female leadership. Sustainable Production Process The sustainability credentials stem from its innovative use of sugarcane by-products. […]

EMBRAPA’s technology promotes water efficiency and climate resilience in sugarcane fields in the Cerrado biome To address the challenges of climate change, especially in long-cycle crops like sugarcane, the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) developed BRCana, an innovative technological package set to revolutionize sugarcane production in the Cerrado biome by promoting water efficiency and sustainability. […]

Cachaça is part of the Brazilian culture. The distilled spirit is internationally recognized for being the protagonist of caipirinha, but there are many other ways to consume it. Cachaça producers are widespread across the country working on different production and processing techniques. To value these producers, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) has […]

Brazil is the world’s top producer and exporter of sugarcane. We supply 50% of the world’s sugar, with a relevant production of sugarcane, processed sugar, and ethanol. Brazilian Farmers can produce large volumes of sugarcane in a small proportion of the land dedicated to it: just 1%. Sugarcane production in Brazil is also a key […]

Brazilian agribusiness continues on a positive growth trend. In June, exports hit US$ 15.7 billion, which represents a 30.8% increase compared to the same period in 2021. Year-to-date, the growth is 29.2%. These results mean a surplus of US$ 14.2 billion in our agricultural trade balance. In June, the main product in our agribusiness export […]

One of the world’s top fruit and sugar cane exporters, Brazil has a long and respectable tradition of satisfying the most avid ones for sweets. Tropical fruits bring vibrancy, passion, and intense flavors to the sweeter side of our cuisine. The diversity of sweets expanded during the colonial period (1500-1822) in line with the growth […]

Sugar cane is grown virtually anywhere in the world’s tropics and subtropical regions, especially in Brazil. In 2020, the global production of sugar cane was 1.87 billion tonnes, with the country producing 40% of the world’s total. Sugar cane accounts for 79% of sugar produced globally—most of the rest is extracted from sugar beets. While […]

Cachaça, the most known and consumed distilled beverage or spirit in Brazil, is the main ingredient for a good Caipirinha. But there are no limits to the mixes and cocktails it can be an ingredient of. Above all, cachaça can also be tasted straight, as the aromas and flavors vary from labels and distilleries. This […]

The public and private sectors of Brazil and India have been working together to develop the Asian country’s production of ethanol, an attempt to reduce pollution and instigate an international market for biofuels. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced recently an advance in the ethanol roadmap, predicting the use of fuel with a 20% ethanol […]

The world keeps tasting Brazilian agriculture. In the first semester of 2021, sector exports reached US$ 61.5 billion, an increase of 20.8% compared to the same period in 2020. In June 2021, Brazilian exports of agribusiness products grew 25.0% compared to the same month in 2020. The main product in our agribusiness export line in […]