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Brazil Approves $1.75 Billion to Modernize Fertilizer Industry

The Brazilian Senate has approved Profert, a program that could mobilize up to 10 billion reais over five years to develop and modernize the national fertilizer industry. The goal is to reduce the country's dependence on imports while also supporting bioinputs, biofertilizers, and remineralizers. The initiative includes tax credits and long-term financing mechanisms.

Paraguay: A Launchpad for Brazilian Agricultural Innovation

Faced with a heavy regulatory environment, the Brazilian agrifood sector seeks to free itself from bureaucratic constraints by leveraging Paraguay. This country is becoming a strategic innovation hub, enabling companies to rapidly launch agricultural technologies while benefiting from tax advantages and top-notch industrial infrastructure. Initiatives like Small Nano and Agrarias Solutions exemplify this dynamic, transforming science into profitable and accessible products in the Latin American market.

In Brazil, Agsafe Leverages AI to Reduce Spray Drift

Brazil: Soybean Area Growth Hits a Standstill

Brazil: Native Bacteria Show Potential Against Macadamia Diseases

Amazon AgroSciences Launches First NAC-Based Agricultural Treatment for Citrus Greening

Long used in human medicine, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is now entering crop protection. Amazon AgroSciences introduces the first commercial product based on this molecule for managing citrus greening (HLB), following nearly twenty years of research conducted by Brazilian scientists.

Digital Mapping and Biocontrol: A Winning Combination Against Nematodes

A case study conducted in Brazil shows that a strategy combining digital mapping of nematodes and biocontrol solutions has reduced damage caused by these pests in soybeans by 80%. According to Syngenta, this precision crop protection approach enhances targeting of interventions while increasing crop productivity.

Retards réglementaires : l'industrie des biointrants au Brésil en péril

Le Brésil, en pleine expansion dans le secteur des biointrants, fait face à des retards réglementaires qui pourraient compromettre son ambition de devenir un leader mondial en biotechnologie agricole. Malgré des conditions favorables et une forte adoption des technologies biologiques, les délais d'enregistrement des produits et l'incertitude réglementaire menacent l'innovation et les investissements. Les acteurs de l'industrie appellent à une clarification rapide des règles pour soutenir la croissance et la compétitivité du secteur.

In Brazil, British Company Wier Bets on Ozone to Reduce Chemical Inputs in Water Treatment

In Brazil, the British company Wier is introducing ozone-based water treatment systems, providing a sustainable alternative to chemical disinfection methods. This technology reduces chlorine use by 95%, enhances water quality, and meets the growing demands for sustainability and operational efficiency. With diverse applications in agriculture and industry, Wier is also establishing itself in Brazil's Northeast, a region where water management is critical.

Brazil: An AI Transforms Traditional Soil Analysis into Predictive Tool for Soil Health

The Brazilian company B4A has launched Biostart, an artificial intelligence platform that predicts biological risks in soils using existing fertility analysis data. This innovation aims to make biological risk assessment more accessible and cost-effective for farmers. It utilizes a database of over 14,000 soil samples to predict microbiological imbalances and phytosanitary risks.