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 […]
The challenge of resuming economic growth while promoting food and energy security sets major challenges in fostering a more efficient and less greenhouse gas-emitting energy mix. This context imposes weighty commitments on all parties, but it also presents opportunities for countries like Brazil, a giant in terms of biodiversity and sustainability. This is particular in […]
With an estimated global population of 9.7 billion people by 2050, according to the United Nations, the challenge of ensuring food security for this growing population takes on increasing significance. Given this demographic shift, comprehensive analyses are routinely performed to examine the causes and consequences of expanding production capacity and its associated environmental impacts. Additionally, […]
The Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) asserts that agriculture and livestock must be recognized as part of the global solution to ensure world food and energy security through actions and technologies that contribute to emitting less greenhouse gases (GHG) and mitigating the effects of climate change. These were the ideas developed in a […]
Brazilian beekeeper Osvaldo Souza Santos, 54, saw his relationship with the environment change when he started working with bees. Born in the countryside, he worked with his parents until he was 22 and soon discovered a passion for beekeeping. “I initially assisted a beekeeper friend and soon became fascinated by it. Despite initial setbacks with […]
Brazil plays an important role in the mission to guarantee food security and a sustainable future for the planet. It is this relevance that has brought important players in Brazilian agribusiness to Rome for the World Food Forum events. This year, the theme of the event is “Agrifood system transformation accelerates climate action.” The focus […]
A pioneering study led in the Amazon reveals that the presence of native vegetation near açaí crops on solid ground can increase productivity up to five times compared to areas without forests. Published in the “Journal of Applied Ecology” in July, the research highlights the importance of integrated crop pollination, showing that forest conservation is […]
