Brazil soybean news
Here are some recent news articles and updates on the Brazilian soybean industry:
Market News
- Brazilian soybean prices have been rising due to strong demand and a smaller crop forecast (Source: Reuters, March 2023)
- The Brazilian soybean crop is expected to be 2.5% smaller than last year, with production estimated at 123.5 million metric tons (Source: USDA, March 2023)
- Soybean exports from Brazil are expected to reach a record high in 2022/23, driven by strong demand from China and other countries (Source: Bloomberg, February 2023)
Production and Trade
- Brazil's soybean production is expected to be affected by drought in the country's main producing regions (Source: AgriMarket News, February 2023)
- The Brazilian government has implemented measures to support soybean farmers affected by drought, including subsidies and credit programs (Source: Reuters, February 2023)
- Brazil's soybean exports to China have been increasing, with China accounting for over 40% of Brazil's soybean exports (Source: USDA, January 2023)
Industry Developments
- The Brazilian soybean industry is investing in new technologies to improve yields and reduce environmental impact (Source: AgriPulse, January 2023)
- The Brazilian government has launched a program to promote the use of soybean meal in animal feed, in an effort to reduce the country's reliance on imported feed (Source: Reuters, December 2022)
- The Brazilian Soybean Association (ABIOVE) has launched a campaign to promote the use of soybeans in sustainable food products (Source: Food Navigator, November 2022)
Environmental and Social Issues
- The Brazilian soybean industry has been criticized for its environmental impact, including deforestation and water pollution (Source: The Guardian, January 2023)
- The Brazilian government has launched initiatives to promote sustainable soybean production and reduce deforestation (Source: Reuters, December 2022)
- NGOs and environmental groups are calling for greater transparency and accountability in the Brazilian soybean industry (Source: Mongabay, November 2022)
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