Local and international leaders from the sector, academia, experts, and producers discussed long-term food production and sustainability issues, as well as solutions in agricultural technologies.
The Brazilian Agency for the Promotion of Exports and Investments, in partnership with the Embassy of Brazil in Washington, D.C., the Consulate General of Brazil in New York, the Consulate General of Brazil in Los Angeles, and the Consulate General of Brazil in San Francisco, hosted a series of four in-person events focused on innovation in agribusiness in both the U.S. and Brazil.
The “AgriTalks” events brought together panels with leading academic experts, policymakers, government ministers, and others from Brazil and the U.S. in Washington, D.C., New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco throughout November.
“These AgriTalks events occurred at a pivotal moment: according to research, 34 million Americans are already facing food insecurity, and by 2050, the world will need 56% more food than it does now, given the rapidly growing population,” said Paula Soares, Agribusiness Manager at ApexBrasil.
“Experts predict that Brazil will become the leading food supplier during this period, contributing 40% of global food production. Brazil estimates it has the capacity to increase crop production by 266% in 40 years, with the help of foreign investors, new trade relationships, and emerging technologies.”
To learn more about Brazil’s agricultural sector, visit www.investinbrasil.com.br. For more information about ApexBrasil, visit www.apexbrasil.com.br/en/home.