Brazil’s tropical climate and green pastures that produce such quality beef are also ideal for dairy production. With our approach to tropical agriculture, we have breed superior dairy cows adapted to the tropics, such as the bovine breed Gyr Leiteiro.
The centuries-old tradition of Minas Artisanal Cheese has been officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Announced during a ceremony in Asunción, Paraguay, this designation celebrates the “Ways of Making Minas Artisanal Cheese” and highlights the role of family farming in preserving cultural practices and values in the Brazilian state of […]
Milk and guava are the main ingredients in one of Brazil’s most loved desserts: cheese with guava paste, also known as “Romeo and Juliet.” Though simple, this combination offers an unparalleled flavor. It also carries a rich history rooted in Brazilian agro-pastoral traditions, especially in the Minas Gerais state, where artisanal cheese has been produced […]
Brazil’s agricultural landscape is as vast and diverse as its territory. Known as one of the world’s leading producers of soybean, coffee, sugarcane, and more, Brazilian agriculture is a cornerstone of the global food supply. The country’s farming practices are marked by innovation, sustainability, and a deep respect for its rich natural resources. Beyond its […]
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 […]
In September, Brazilian farmers made history at the latest edition of the World Cheese and Dairy Products Championship in Tours (Mondial du Fromage et des Produits Laitiers Tours), held in France. A group of 250 judges analyzed 1,640 cheeses; Brazil produces 288 of them in 12 states. Brazilian cheeses won 84 medals in all, of […]
Representing ten different countries, a delegation of diplomats landed in Mato Grosso do Sul, in the Pantanal region, for a Brazilian Farmer experience. The initiative is part of the AgroBrazil Exchange Program, which was held on the week of September 18th. The mission was organized by CNA, in partnership with ApexBrasil. Diplomats from Germany, Australia, […]
The Primavera farm, owned by producer Douglas Oliveira from São José dos Quatro Marcos (Mato Grosso state), is among the more than 5 thousand rural properties assisted by the Technical and Managerial Assistance (ATeG) of the National Rural Learning Service of Mato Grosso (SENAR-MT). The good results were already evident in the first year of […]
Umbu, tapioca, and specialty coffees were on the menu at the coronation ceremony of King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla held in Brasília. The event, organized by the British Embassy, included the participation of Brazilian exporters with nine typical products from the country. All products are part of the Agro.BR project, an initiative of […]
The state of Paraná has a significant cheese production. From the 3 million gallons of milk produced daily, 1.3 million are allocated for cheese production. Combining the creativity of Brazilian farmers with the technical knowledge provided by the Rural Learning Service (SENAR), the activity has become renowned in the national scenario and is ready to […]
Goat and sheep farming focused on the production of milk and related products is growing in Brazil. This is because farmers have been relying on a broad training structure, which includes courses and learning materials for the sector. To encourage production, the institution SENAR-SP launched the course “Sheep and goats: agro-industrial products as a way […]
Brazil’s climate and green pastures guarantee the ideal dairy production. With our approach to tropical agriculture, we have bred superior dairy cows adapted to the tropics. Brazil has one of the largest dairy cow herds in the world and is one of the largest milk and cheese producers. Producers have been improving the quality […]
Brazil is the world’s fourth largest milk producer. More information about the Brazilian dairy sector, including data about exports, production and sustainability programmes is available here.
Brazil produces the best cheese in the world! Last month, Canastra cheese reached first place in the ranking of the American website The Taste Atlas. This “flavor encyclopedia” uses feedback from its users to rate foods from around the world. The news was widely disseminated and celebrated, especially by the group of around 800 producers […]
On Wednesday (13), the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) awarded the 15 best artisanal cheeses in the country. More than 90 producers took part in the selection with cheeses from 13 states: Bahia, Ceará, Espírito Santo, Goiás, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Pernambuco, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Norte, Rio […]
Brazilian rancher Carmen Perez is known as the spokesperson for animal welfare in Brazil. Since the age of 22, she has been raising calves on the Orvalho das Flores farm in Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso. For more than 13 years, she has dedicated her career to the research and dissemination of good practices in […]
