Wheat, the second most consumed grain globally, accounting for 30% of the world’s grain production, is undergoing significant changes in Brazil. The country, which ranks among the top wheat importers, is on track to achieve self-sufficiency in wheat production. In 2022, Brazilian wheat production reached a record-breaking 10.554 million tons, and there are projections of […]
When he was 15 years old, Anísio Nunes Cordeiro planted the first coffee seedlings on a rural property located in Água Boa (Minas Gerais state), in the Jequitinhonha Valley region. He was delighted, but between “comings and goings”, 46 years have passed, and only now, at the age of 61, does the producer support his […]
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 […]
Brazil is the third largest world producer of fruits, and its fresh, traceable, and sustainable products are reaching further than ever. Brazilian farmers are making strides in seeing the diversity of their fruits conquer the world. One example is Flor de Goiás [Flower from Goiás], a family-run business in the state of Goiás in mid-western […]
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 […]
Under a greenhouse measuring 1 thousand square meters located on a farm in Apucarana, in the Northwest of Paraná state, there are eight tanks with a joint capacity of 600 cubic meters of water. In these reservoirs Flávio Cesar Urizzi, from SJ Fish, has been growing tilapia juveniles (the stage after the fish is fully […]
The Brazilian agricultural sector is well-known for its crucial role in food production, providing enough food to feed over 1.9 billion people every year. But its contribution to society goes far beyond that. In this article, we’ll examine how Brazilian agribusiness positively impacts sustainability, diversifies the energy mix, produces fibers, artifacts, and sustainable fuels, and […]
On Thursday (June 29), CNA held a meeting with members of foreign embassies, who are part of the group Diplomats of Brazilian Agriculture (DAB), to discuss the Rural Environmental Registry (CAR) and its role in complying with the Brazilian Forest Code. This year’s second meeting was held at CNA’s headquarters in Brasilia. It was attended […]
The Brazilian agribusiness trade balance data for May show how our exports keep growing year after year. This month, the value of goods traded abroad reached US$ 16.6 billion, a 10% increase when compared to the same period in 2022. The results compensated for a decreasing trend of the entire Brazilian trade balance. In all, […]
Gervaso da Silva Oliveira’s daily routine begins before sunrise as he heads to the stall for the first milking at 4:30 am. This milk is the basis of the cheese production that has provided a dignified life for Gervaso, his wife Maria Antônia, and their children. The story of Gervaso and Maria Antônia, cheese producers […]
A group of rural leaders landed in Israel in June for a technical mission. The 40 participants went to Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, the Negev Desert, and other regions. The goal was to learn about the innovations and technologies used in agricultural production in the country. The event was promoted by the Agriculture Federation of the […]
The Brazilian agricultural and livestock sector was responsible for 25% of the country’s GDP in 2022, but how much of such a large sector is led by women’s hands? Understanding the reality of women’s work in agriculture and cattle raising is essential to increase women’s participation in the sector and promote gender equality. The issue […]
Brazil is a country of continental proportions. For this reason, it is very usual for families to travel long distances in search of better life opportunities. This was the case of the Schmidt family, which has a history of persistence, pioneering spirit, and courage to turn a new region into a reference in food production. […]
The best olive oil produced in the Southern Hemisphere is Brazilian. The oil, produced on the Serra dos Tapes Farm, was acknowledged by the Mario Solinas Quality Awards, an unprecedented achievement for the country. The award is an initiative of the International Olive Oil Council (IOC) since 2000 and is considered the most significant in […]
On January 25, 2019, a mining dam in Feijão Creek, in the city of Brumadinho, Minas Gerais state, broke, causing great social and economic losses in the region. Currently, Brumadinho and surrounding areas are responsible for much of the vegetable and citrus fruit production that is supplied to the metropolitan region of Belo Horizonte, the […]
