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08/07/2024

SôZé: Pioneering sustainable cachaça and female leadership in Brazilian agriculture

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. […]

08/05/2024

Innovation and Sustainability in Sugarcane Growing: The BRCana Method

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. […]

07/31/2024

Brazilian Agribusiness Exports Reach US$82.39 Billion in the First Half of 2024

In the first half of 2024, Brazilian agribusiness exports reached an impressive US$ 82.39 billion, marking the second-highest worth in the historical series. This performance underscores the robust and competitive nature of Brazil’s agribusiness sector on the global stage. Key Sectors and Their Shares The following five sectors were pivotal in achieving these results: Soy […]

07/29/2024

Celebrating the Importance of Brazilian Peanut: A Call for Recognition and Growth

Recently, Mônika Bergamaschi, Executive Director of the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) Institute, highlighted the critical role of peanuts in Brazilian agriculture in a public hearing at the Committee on Agriculture, Livestock, Supply, and Rural Development of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies. The debate, which also addressed the creation of a National Peanut […]

07/24/2024

Pecan Nut Production in Brazil: Growth and Future Perspectives

Pecan nut production in Brazil has shown significant advancements in recent years, underscoring the importance of this crop in the national agricultural landscape. The state of Rio Grande do Sul leads the nation with an estimated production of 5,170 tons in 2023. The crop is spread across various state regions, with 1,502 pecan producers cultivating […]

07/22/2024

Geographical Indications Platform for Coffee: A Milestone in Traceability and Appreciation of Brazilian Products

The digital platform for coffee Geographical Indications (GIs), developed through an initiative by the CNA Institute, has issued the first traceability labels for export. This innovative tool aims to revolutionize how Brazilian coffee is recognized and appreciated internationally. The coffees produced in the Mantiqueira de Minas region, acknowledged as a Designation of Origin (DO), were […]

07/19/2024

Discover How Natural Citrus Conquered International Markets with Tahiti Lemons

Located in sunny Rio Grande do Norte state, Natural Citrus has emerged as a vibrant example of how passion for agriculture can become a global success. Starting modestly with an 18-hectare farm and 700 Tahiti lemon trees, the company quickly stood out for its unwavering commitment to quality and its smart strategy of crop diversification […]

07/17/2024

Super Foods: Brazilian Farmers Innovate with Lentil and Chickpea Protein Concentrates

EMBRAPA, renowned for its pioneering role in Brazilian agricultural research, is launching its latest advancements: lentil and chickpea protein concentrates. These products not only heighten the protein standard in foods like burgers and plant-based beverages but also promote essential sustainable practices crucial for the future of food production. With an impressive 80% protein content in […]

07/12/2024

Brazil defines guidelines for certifying low-carbon soybean

The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) has made progress in defining technical guidelines for the methodology certifying low-carbon soybean in Brazil. At the end of June, the document’s first version was published with the first principles for certifying the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction in farming systems that apply for the award. With certification, emission […]

07/04/2024

Agro.BR Women: Expanding Horizons with a Technical Visit to Ceará

On June 27, a group of dedicated Brazilian farmers from the Agro.BR Women project undertook an insightful technical visit to the Pecém Port and Usibras Alimentos in Ceará state. This visit, organized by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), aimed to enhance their understanding of export processes and open new pathways for their products in […]

07/01/2024

From Pacajus to the World: Suprema Caju’s Cashew Export with Agro.BR Support

Founded in 2008 and located in the traditional region of Pacajus in Ceará state, Suprema Caju is the result of George Marques’ entrepreneurship and his family’s tradition of more than 50 years in cashew growing. The company stands out for producing high-quality cashew nuts, using processes that ensure flavor and excellence. From planting to processing, […]

06/28/2024

Brazilian farmers take part in a trade mission to Colombia

Thirteen Brazilian farmers went on a trade mission to Colombia in June. The itinerary included the Alimentec trade fair and an exclusive program to learn about the local market, including seminars, technical visits, and business rounds.The delegation represented the diversity of Brazilian rural production, including different sectors and foods such as manioc, cachaça, popcorn, beans, […]

06/26/2024

Traceability of agri-food products

One of the main demands of food consumers regards transparency in the origins and information of the production chain. Transparency means not just making data available, but doing so in a clear language that is accessible to all interested. In other words, offering transparency means inviting society to learn about the origin of what we […]

06/21/2024

Highlight at SIAL Innovation Pavilion: Brazilian Farmers on Commercial Mission in China

The Agro.BR Project, an initiative by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) in partnership with ApexBrasil, led a commercial mission to China from late May to early June 2024. The delegation, comprising rural entrepreneurs, focused primarily on SIAL Shanghai, China’s largest agri-food fair. This mission aimed to promote Brazilian products, create business opportunities, and exchange […]