The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) has been making significant strides in promoting sustainable agriculture practices, and a notable example of this is the validation of technical guidelines for Low-Carbon Meat Production (CBC). Complementing the Carbon Neutral Meat (CCN) protocol, which focuses on livestock systems amid trees, CBC is aimed at systems without such presence, […]
A recent study led by the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) integrated several data sources to determine Brazilian lands with intermediate and severe levels of degradation, offering extensive insights for sustainable development. This research represents a significant opportunity to expand the country’s agricultural production responsibly and efficiently. Given this context, it is crucial to understand […]
The Payment for Environmental or Ecosystem Services (PES) is a voluntary transaction in which a well-determined environmental service or a form of land use capable of providing this service is purchased by at least one buyer from at least one provider under the requirement that the last one ensures the provision of this service (Wunder, […]
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 […]
By Maciel Silva and Leticia Assis Valadares Fonseca The worldwide agricultural sector is changing with the integration of New Genomic Techniques (NGT), making a substantial contribution to global food security and sustainable agricultural practices. Often associated with Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), a clear distinction is crucial for a full understanding of NGT. GMOs involve […]
“Brazilian wines? But with Italian grapes?” These questions marked Valparaíso Vinhos e Vinhedos’ participation in Slow Wine, an international fair promoted by the Slow Food movement in Bologna, Italy. It was the first Brazilian winery to take part in this event focused on natural wines. During the event, stakeholders from the wine world tasted the […]
Technology and sustainability are closely linked in the growth of yerba mate in Brazil. To estimate carbon stocks and greenhouse gas emissions during the plant’s growth, Embrapa Florestas and the Solidariedad Foundation have developed the Carbon Matte calculator. The technology will provide a better understanding of the relationship between yerba mate production and the mitigation […]
Brazilian livestock has not only shaped the country’s agricultural landscape but has also played a crucial role in building national identity and the economic development of its different regions. Nelson Ananias Filho, Sustainability Coordinator of the Brazilian National Confederation of Agriculture (CNA), shared valuable insights with Brazilian Farmers about the historical path and future prospects […]
When people talk about rural producers, it is often not linked with sustainability. This association doesn’t exist because they don’t know what Brazilian agriculture is really like. Many studies carried out in several countries show that no other country comes close to the level of adherence of Brazilian producers regarding sustainable practices in agriculture and […]
Brazil’s new Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), informed by the Federal Government in September 2023, proposes a 48% reduction in the country’s Greenhouse Gases (GHG) emissions by 2025 and a 53% reduction by 2030 compared to 2005, the base year. In this scenario, the emissions limit in 2025 will be 1.32 GtCO2eq, and in 2030, 1.20 […]
Valparaiso Vinhos e Vinhedos, a symbol of sustainable winemaking from Brazil, is ready to make an impression on the international audience at the Slow Wine Fair in Bologna. This journey from the flourishing Serra Gaúcha to Italy represents a significant step in the international acclaim of Brazilian wines. The company was founded by Arnaldo Argenta, […]
In the heart of Brazil, the story of cotton unfolds a narrative intricately woven into the nation’s fabric, rooted in the cultivation practices of Indigenous communities long before colonizers arrived. Brazilian cotton emerges not just as a commodity but as a symbol of innovation and sustainable progress in the global market. Cultivating Color, Nurturing Tradition […]
The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) has proven to be a significant milestone for the global future, featuring urgent discussions of our collective destiny. In such a vital scenario, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) emerged as an essential part in shaping and debating the directions of agribusiness in creating global […]
In Dubai (United Arab Emirates), the world currently witnesses a landmark event, the 28th Conference of the Parties. The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as COP28, is being held until December 12, 2023, at the Expo City, Dubai. Against the backdrop of this futuristic city, COP 28 is set to be the […]
Brazilian agriculture and livestock activities are committed to the strictest environmental legislation in the world, combined with a sustainable and robust energy transition, and the most ambitious low-carbon tropical agriculture policy. Although Brazil has very sophisticated laws to ensure forest preservation, we have gathered the main aspects of our Forest Code to make more people […]
