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 agricultural sector faces persistent challenges that require innovation, efficient management, and sustainability to ensure its continuity and growth. In this scenario, the role of young people has become crucial, both in family succession on rural premises and their work as farming professionals. Engaging the new generation brings modernization, the implementation of new technologies, and […]
Brazilian researchers have developed the country’s first automated digital permeameter, a device that measures the soil’s hydraulic conductivity and its ability to absorb and retain water. Named SoloFlux, the device was created through a partnership between EMBRAPA Solos and the private company Laborsolo. The technology enables real-time data collection, making soil permeability analysis more accurate […]
In the city of Monte Carmelo (Minas Gerais state), Fazenda Santa Bárbara has stood out as a model of innovation and sustainability in the production of specialty coffee. Under the leadership of Juliana Rezende, the farm has integrated traditional practices with modern techniques, changing agricultural management to preserve the soil, water, and biodiversity. Juliana, who […]
The FIP Rural Landscapes Project, a partnership between the National Rural Learning Service (SENAR), the Brazilian Forest Service (SFB), the Ministries of Agriculture (MAPA) and Science, Technology, and Innovations (MCTI), EMBRAPA, and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), has achieved a significant milestone: the recovery of 100 thousand hectares of degraded pastureland. This initiative […]
Brazil, a country renowned worldwide for its vast biodiversity and robust agricultural sector, is taking another step toward sustainability and innovation with the Sustainable Pantanal Farm (Fazenda Pantaneira Sustentável – FPS) project. On the 1st edition of Pantanal Tech, held last June in Aquidauana, Mato Grosso do Sul state, FPS was acknowledged for its model […]
Over the last 50 years, intensively and revolutionarily, Brazil has gone from being an importer to one of the biggest producer and exporter of food to the world. The agricultural sector plays an active role in Brazil’s economic dynamics, accounting for more than 20% of the GDP (Gross Domestic Product), half of exports, and the […]
For the past ten years, the National Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) and the National Rural Apprenticeship Service (SENAR) have led the transformative initiative CNA Young Farmers. This strategic program has been instrumental in promoting entrepreneurial leadership and empowering youth to take on prominent roles in the agricultural sector. Designed for young people aged […]
For more than two decades, the Amway Nutrilite Farm in Ceará state has been on a path toward sustainability in Brazilian agribusiness. Its acquisition in 1997 led to an unwavering commitment to responsible and environmentally conscious agricultural practices. Specializing in organic production, the farm offers a wide range of products, from vitamin C powder and […]
Agro.BR, a collaboration between the Brazilian National Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) and the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (APEX-Brasil), presents an exclusive initiative for rural female entrepreneurs seeking to expand their businesses globally: Agro.BR Women. This specialized program aims to enhance the role of women in the international market by equipping them with resources […]
Brazilian farmers are reaching new markets in 2024. The Indian and Singaporean health agencies have granted new permits for our products. India has opened its market for açaí powder, while Singapore is now allowed to buy our beef and sheep meat products. As a result, Brazil has reached the historic mark of 89 new markets […]
Carolina Sleutjes, a producer from Rio Grande do Sul and member of CNA Jovem, a Youth Leadership development program by the Brazilian National Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA), represented the Brazilian agricultural youth at the International Young Farmers’ Forum. This forum was part of the 16th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) held […]
Amid the breathtaking landscapes of Cromínia, Goiás, emerges a gem of Brazilian gastronomy: the Golden Cheese, masterfully crafted by the Santa Bárbara Cheese Factory. Under the skillful hands of producer Paulo Matoso and his unwavering brothers, this cheese has not only won over local palates but has recently gained international recognition, being acclaimed as one […]
The National Corn Ethanol Union (UNEM) estimates an unprecedented surge in Brazil’s corn ethanol production, reaching 6 billion liters in the 2023-24 season—an astonishing 36% increase from the previous cycle and an astronomical 800% surge over the last five years. Driven by the expansion of the Brazilian industrial complex, technological advancements, and soaring international demand […]
Brazil is currently the world’s third largest food producer, as well as the third largest exporter of agricultural products, with a trade value of US$ 148 billion. The country increasingly stands out in terms of the efficiency and quality of its food production, resulting in 900 million people being fed every year, using only 7% […]
This week, getting on board for an enlightening exploration, the Press Trip gathered a group of seasoned journalists and correspondents, all eager to reveal the secrets of Brazilian agriculture. This diverse team, representing various media outlets, dived deep into the heart of the country’s farming practices, focusing on the coffee industry’s rhythmic beat. Armed with […]
