Tag: brazilian fruit

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03/01/2023

Jamelão: a Brazilian delight

Jamelão, also known as jamun, java plum, or Indian blackberry, is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia and India and also commonly found in Brazil. The fruit is loved for its sweet and sour taste and vibrant color, making it a popular snack and ingredient in several dishes. In Brazil, the jamelão season typically […]

Stories

07/27/2022

Francisco Caio Vasconcelos: “Only education takes you far”

When I think about my personal and professional whole career, I see the difficulties and challenges overcome amid financial and family tribulations at the beginning of high school, then at graduation. They continued after my master’s degree, when I had access to a scholarship that provided better food and favorable conditions for study. So, when […]

Fruit

06/10/2022

Coconut: the superfood for all seasons

Coconut is a fruit that reminds us of summer, the sun, and beaches. But in addition to being delicious and super refreshing, it brings numerous health benefits, in so many versions. That’s why its consumption should not be restricted to just one season! The coconut tree (Cocos nucifera) is a member of the palm tree […]

Cocoa & Chocolate

05/04/2022

Brazilian fruit farming: diversity and sustainability to feed Brazil and the world

A testament to the country’s rich biodiversity and culture, Brazilian fruit farming is based on three pillars of sustainability (environmental, economic, and social), preserving biodiversity, creating jobs and promoting regional development. Favourable climate and soil conditions allow Brazil to enjoy a great variety of fruit all year round, ranging from oranges, bananas, melons and mangos, […]

Fruit

02/24/2022

Learn more about acerola, the Brazilian queen of vitamin C

When you think about vitamin C, what first comes to your mind? Vitamin supplements? Citric fruits? Both answers are correct but in Brazil, the acerola fruit is one of the main references. To get the supply people need to boost their immune system, it is common to see acerola trees in Brazilian backyards. Acerola’s popularity […]

Fruit

02/07/2022

Mango: 7 varieties of a tropical global passion

Brazilian fruit exports hit a historical record in 2021. The Brazilian farmers sent 1.2 million tons of fruit to the world. Among this impressive result, there is a global passion. Last year, mango was the Brazilian most exported fruit, with 272.5 thousand tons shipped worldwide. Brazilian mangoes are already famous for their flavor, texture, and […]

Fruit

02/03/2022

Superfood from South America, the versatility of buriti goes beyond cooking

Richer in beta-carotene than carrots, and a great source of vitamins A, B, and C, proteins, iron, calcium, potassium, and carbohydrates, buriti is a superfood. Native from South America, it is common in the Brazilian Cerrado, Pantanal, and Amazon regions. Its fruit’s hard skin is a natural protection against predators and prevents the entry and […]

Fruit

01/05/2022

Cashew: a Brazilian tropical fruit that is much more than a nut

You may recognize the cashew as a delicious nut. However, for the Brazilian Farmers, this fruit can be so much more than that. The fruit consists of two parts: the fruit itself, popularly known as the nut (cashew nut); and its floral peduncle, which is a colorful pseudo- or accessory fruit. Native from Brazil, cashew […]

Fruit

12/20/2021

Brazilian scientists develop a natural pitaya-based colorant

Researchers at the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (EMBRAPA) have developed a pitaya-based colorant – a clean, vegan, and healthy alternative to shades of red, violet, and pink. The product was developed from the Hylocereus polyrhizus variety, which has red skin and pulp. The colorant made from pitaya is a promising option for the use of […]

Fruit

11/18/2021

Brazil is close to reaching US$ 1 billion in fruit exports in 2021

Brazil is on the way to a new fruit export record. In the third quarter of 2021, the export volume increased 20% compared to the same period last year. Over 757 thousand tonnes of fruits were sent abroad. In the period, invoicing increased 27% — around US$ 652 million were sold to the international market, […]

Fruit

10/01/2021

7 kinds of Brazilian avocado you should know about

Brazil is one of the largest producers of avocados in the world. The fruit is gaining popularity for its nutritional properties and great taste, but there is still much to be discovered about it internationally. The most popular avocado in the world is the Hass species. It is responsible for popular preparations such as guacamole […]

Fruit

09/13/2021

How Brazil can be the solution to increase fruit intake in the world

Have you ever thought that maybe you should be eating more fruit? It is well-known that fruit consumption is relevant to keep a healthy lifestyle. It guarantees significant nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Yet, some obstacles keep people from adding color to their diet. That is one of the reasons why the UN established […]