Brazilian gov’t mission in the US aims to advance agribusiness interests abroad

Representatives from Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) made a presentation in Washington, United States, last week, about the perspectives and achievements of Mapa in promoting Brazilian exports at a meeting organized by ApexBrasil and the Ministries of Development, Industry, Trade and Services (MDIC), and Foreign Affairs (MRE).

During the event, the speakers explained the actions and strategies taken to stimulate the agricultural sector in the North American nations, the United States, and Canada. Additionally, strategic talks were held with entrepreneurs and members of embassies and attaches to promote Brazilian agribusiness and attract investments.

The mission, led by the Secretary of Commerce and International Relations, Roberto Perosa, also included encounters with representatives of the US government, as well as bilateral talks with other sector authorities, aiming to create more opportunities for Brazilian producers across various agribusiness sectors. The delegation was accompanied by the agricultural attache in Washington, Ana Lucia Viana, and the coordinator of Technical Management of Attaches, Estella Borges de Brito.

As the world’s largest economy, the United States represents Brazil’s second-largest trading partner in agricultural exports. It ranks sixth in imports. Last year, Brazilian sales in the sector to the United States exceeded US$ 9.82 billion.

The mission’s agenda also included a chat with the Brazilian Ambassador to Washington, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, who claimed both countries are in an opportune moment to expand relations based on common interests, such as investments in sustainable agriculture, clean energy, digital economy, and social development.

There was also a meeting at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to discuss the progress of the G20 Agriculture Working Group, which Brazil is hosting this year. Topics such as sustainable production, bioeconomy, investments, and food security were on the agenda.

Another significant advance in bilateral relations occurred during a meeting with the Ambassador of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), Doug Mackallip, who is the chief negotiator for agricultural products in the United States. According to Secretary Perosa, various trade issues were addressed to strengthen trade ties between Brazil and the United States. The dialogue opened doors for closer collaboration, aiming to strengthen trade relations and promote mutual growth between both countries.

“We are also stirring discussions to create more opportunities for both Brazilian producers in various agribusiness sectors and Americans in our market. This step represents an ongoing effort to further strengthen our trade relations, promoting growth and diversification in the agribusiness of both countries,” highlighted Perosa.

Brazilian agribusiness innovation and sustainability 

The Secretary of Innovation, Sustainable Development, Irrigation, and Cooperatives, Renata Miranda, also participated in an extensive program in Washington, United States, highlighting Mapa’s commitment to the sustainability of the Brazilian agribusiness sector.

At the panel “Brazilian Government Policies to Support a Sustainable and Innovative Agribusiness,” Secretary Renata provided an overview of what has been developed in Brazilian agribusiness in terms of innovation and sustainable production practices.

According to Miranda, the event allowed for the exchange of information to align the strategies being developed in the country and how they are presented by Brazilian representatives in these positions. “At the same time that they are presenting to us what the opportunities are for agricultural products, what the consumer and market profiles are, helping us understand where we should better work to prepare the Brazilian producer to be more competitive, we provide information and arguments to value Brazilian products,” she went on to say.

Another important event for the secretary and the agricultural attache in Washington, Ana Lucia de Paula Viana, was the meeting with representatives of The World Bank, Benoit Bosquet, and his team. On that occasion, Renata presented the Agro Brazil+Sustainable Platform, highlighting Brazil’s commitment and responsibility to the inclusion, transparency, and security of Brazilian agricultural production.

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