Healthy harvest: Brazilian fruit exports surge

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. […]

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12/02/2024

CNA Jovem: Connecting Young Leaders to the Future of Brazilian Agriculture

  In 2024, the CNA Jovem program celebrates ten years of shaping leaders for the Brazilian agribusiness sector. Focused on innovation, management, and sustainable solutions, it equips the next generation with the knowledge and skills to tackle the challenges in the sector. Stories that Inspire Change Participants like Paula and Marcelo Hofmeister highlight the program’s […]

11/29/2024

The Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) Takes Action against Carrefour and French Companies to Defend Farmers

In order to defend Brazilian farmers, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) has announced it will take action within the European Union against the Carrefour Group and other French companies. These organizations have claimed, based on false accusations, that they will stop purchasing meat from Mercosur countries. CNA President, João Martins, and CNA […]

11/28/2024

Brazilian Coffee Shines at the International Coffee Week

Brazilian coffee took center stage at the recent International Coffee Week (SIC), held in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. As one of the largest coffee events in the world, SIC gathered producers, buyers, experts, and companies to foster business opportunities, share knowledge, and discuss global market trends. CNA and Agro.BR’s Participation The Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture […]

11/25/2024

Acarajé: A Brazilian Tradition that Highlights Pulses and Conquers the World

Acarajé is much more than just a traditional dish. It carries the history, culture, and traditions of Brazil, especially those of Afro-Brazilian communities. Made with black-eyed peas shaped into fritters and fried in palm oil, this snack is an icon of national cooking and delights palates worldwide. More than that, acarajé is also a gateway […]

11/22/2024

CNA FIAGRO: a reality

From the outset, Brazilian rural credit has been essential for financing the country’s agricultural sector. With the increasing professionalization of rural activities over the years, credit has become one of the main funding sources for the sector. However, state-sponsored subsidies alone are not enough to meet the needs of Brazilian agribusiness, which requires the search […]

11/19/2024

COP 29: Road to Belém begins in Baku

Originally published in Agra Facts  Brazil is gearing up to host the 30th Conference of Parties (COP30) in the city of Belém (Pará), located in the fringes of the Amazon forest in Nov 2025 (exact dates to be confirmed), CNA’s Head of Delegation Dr. Muni Lourenço underlined today (Nov 18), saying it was an opportunity […]

11/18/2024

Brazil Has Three Fruits Among the Best in the World: Find Out Which Ones

Brazil, a country renowned for its biodiversity, recently saw three of its native fruits highlighted among the best in the world in the Taste Atlas ranking. Jabuticaba, açaí, and guaraná were praised for their rich flavors and uniqueness, earning a spot among the most appreciated fruits globally. Taste Atlas, a platform acknowledged for cataloging and […]

11/13/2024

Geographical Indications in Brazil: Meet Rice, Guarana, and Tambaqui

Geographical Indications in Brazil: Meet Rice, Guarana, and Tambaqui Geographical Indications (GIs) have gained prominence in Brazil as a way to acknowledge and value the authenticity and quality of regional products. With a total amount of 119 GIs, this quality label is a significant market differentiation, especially in an increasingly globalized world where consumers seek […]

11/06/2024

Melato Honey from Bracatinga: A Symbol of Quality and Tradition from Southern Brazil

Melato Honey from Bracatinga, officially acknowledged with a Designation of Origin (DO) by the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), is an exclusive product of the Southern Brazilian Plateau. Produced in 134 cities across the Santa Catarina, Paraná, and Rio Grande do Sul states, this rare honey stands out for its unique aspects, directly linked […]

11/05/2024

Brazilian Farmers Leading the Way in Reducing Emissions through Technology

At the opening of the second Agro Innovation Week, Tirso Meirelles, President of the Federation of Agriculture and Livestock of the State of São Paulo (FAESP) and the National Rural Learning Service (SENAR), emphasized the critical role of technological innovation in agribusiness. “We don’t know what innovations lie ahead. But we will create new technologies, […]

11/01/2024

Brazil encourages the production of quality coconuts

Last month, Brazil’s tropical tradition gained more incentives to take coconut production further worldwide. Since September 2024, Brazil has had a specific and official policy for developing quality coconut farming, an initiative provided for by Law No. 14,975. The initiative aims to increase the productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability of Brazilian coconut farming by expanding its […]

10/28/2024

Brazilian researchers create new methods for analyzing corn and sorghum

A Brazilian study on grain quality analysis was recently published in the “Journal of Food Composition and Analysis.” The research combines the Near-infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) technique with a mathematical model to determine and quantify different components in grain samples. All this using portable equipment. This innovation was developed by scientists from the Brazilian Agricultural Research […]

10/23/2024

Brazilian Propolis: A Treasure of the Beekeeping Market

Brazil is one of the world’s largest producers of honey and beekeeping products, and the sector has shown significant growth in recent years. Our beekeeping production chain stands out as an alternative and sustainable source of employment and income, especially for small producers. Data from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) shows that […]

10/21/2024

Brazilian Farmers Take on Leadership of the Federation of Rural Associations of Mercosur

The Brazilian National Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) has officially taken the head of the Federation of Rural Associations of Mercosur (FARM), marking a significant milestone for agricultural cooperation in the region. The leadership transition will allow Brazil to strengthen its influence on discussing trade, sustainability, and innovation among the Mercosur member nations. João […]