The global urge for a healthier diet packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals has boosted Brazilian exports of fresh and healthy products. The 19% increase in turnover and the 2% increase in volume in the last semester reflect favorable weather and a diversity of ecosystems that allow fresh fruit to be grown throughout the year. […]
On the last week of September, representatives of 20 Brazilian rural companies traveled to Peru to participate in Expoalimentaria, Latin America’s largest food fair. Besides displaying their products at the fair, the farmers also took part in a full schedule to promote their businesses, identify trade opportunities, and learn more about the country’s consumer habits. […]
This week, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) organized a Meeting of South American Soybean and Maize Entities. The aim was to debate the impact of the European Union’s anti-deforestation laws on export chains. The debate included Brazilian farmers as well as those from Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay. Technical and international experts also […]
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, […]
Brazil has become the first country in the world authorized to export chicken meat to Israel. The two countries concluded negotiations at the end of August. Representatives from the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock met local health authorities throughout the week and visited facilities to gather information on the kosher production process, in which […]
Brazil, known for its lush rainforests, vibrant culture, and diverse landscapes, also boasts a lesser-known but equally charming treasure: silk production. While countries like China and India have long been linked to silk, the Brazilian silk industry is quietly being recognized for its unique combination of tradition, innovation, and sustainability. In 2020, Brazilian farmers produced […]
The first quarter of 2023 set a record for the Brazilian agribusiness labor market. The employed population in the sector reached 28.1 million people, the best result for the first quarter of a given year and the second-best performance in the historical series, which began in 2012. In this year’s first quarter, the total number […]
When it comes to “mixing friendship and business,” one can hardly achieve consensus. There are those in favor and others who see only drawbacks. Until a few years ago, the prevailing saying in international trade was that where to produce or buy goods and raw materials should be based primarily on operating costs—i.e. where it’s […]
Cassava flour is one of the foundations of the Brazilian diet. The ingredient is used in a variety of recipes, including the famous “farofa.” Cassava is a tuber native to Brazil, consumed in several different ways: fried, boiled, and pureed, as well as a key ingredient in many other recipes, such as pão de queijo […]
Brazilian farmers arrived in Chile on August 31 for a trade mission focused on bee products. The Brazilian rural entrepreneurs conducted technical visits, met potential local buyers, attended seminars, and followed the entire program of the Apimondia Congress. This is the most important event in the beekeeping sector. A total of 38 people are taking […]
The Brazilian agribusiness trade balance data for July show how our exports keep increasing year after year. This month, the value of goods traded abroad reached US$ 14.2 billion, a 0.1% decrease when compared to the same period in 2022. At the month’s end, agriculture and livestock products had a surplus of US$ 8.9 billion. […]
The Brazilian National Rural Learning Service (SENAR) makes changes in the producers’ life using learning processes offered through courses, training, and technical and managerial assistance. All the services offered by SENAR act in educating men and women in the countryside. SENAR currently operates in Rural Professional Training, Social Promotion, Technical and Management Assistance, secondary-level technical […]
A pioneering study led in the Amazon reveals that the presence of native vegetation near açaí crops on solid ground can increase productivity up to five times compared to areas without forests. Published in the “Journal of Applied Ecology” in July, the research highlights the importance of integrated crop pollination, showing that forest conservation is […]
With more than 14 billion liters of beer produced annually, Brazil accounts for 7% of global beer consumption, trailing only behind China and the United States. The states of São Paulo, Santa Catarina, Paraná, and Rio Grande do Sul lead the national production. Despite the success, Brazil still imports more than 99% of the total […]
The global urge for a healthier diet packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals has boosted Brazilian exports of fresh and healthy products. The 19% increase in turnover and the 2% increase in volume in the last semester reflect favorable weather and a diversity of ecosystems that allow fresh fruit to be grown throughout the year. […]
South Korea ranks as the seventh top destination for Brazilian agro exports. A recent business mission aimed at further expanding the trade relations between the two countries. Last July, Sueme Mori, the Director of International Relations at the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), joined that delegation, which comprised representatives from the Brazilian Ministry […]
