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Massey Ferguson launches 9S tractors in Brazil

The series delivers up to 425 hp and incorporates automation, connectivity, and a focus on operational efficiency

16.04.2026 | 07:02 (UTC -3)

Massey Ferguson launches 9S tractors in Brazil

BASF expands vegetable seed unit in the Netherlands.

A €40 million investment in Nunhem includes expansion, industrial modernization, and the use of renewable energy.

16.04.2026 | 14:03 (UTC -3)

Ourofino Agrociência announces change in commercial management.

Leonardo Araújo will now be responsible for the area in Brazil; the executive has more than 25 years of experience in the sector.

16.04.2026 | 14:02 (UTC -3)

Soybean processing is expected to reach 62,2 million tons.

Data from Abiove in February 2026 reinforces the growth trajectory with an increase of 8,5%.

16.04.2026 | 13:54 (UTC -3)

El Niño on the radar raises uncertainties for agriculture

StoneX indicates unstable climate and uneven regional impacts.

16.04.2026 | 13:46 (UTC -3)

Morning glory acts as a reservoir for sweet potato pests

Study indicates higher survival rate of Bedellia somnulentella in crop and in Ipomoea hederifolia

16.04.2026 | 10:16 (UTC -3)

Study identifies universal rhythm in animal communication

Signals from different species converge at around 2 hertz, indicating a biological limit in neural processing

16.04.2026 | 08:03 (UTC -3)

Exclusive test drive with the Massey Ferguson MF 9S tractor.

José Fernando Schlosser, Nema - UFSM

16.04.2026 | 07:05 (UTC -3)

CNA files complaint with the Supreme Court against the use of Prodes in rural credit.

The entity alleges a risk of improper blocking and harm to production.

15.04.2026 | 17:03 (UTC -3)

Exceptional soybean planting begins on April 20th in Tocantins.

Cultivation in tropical floodplains is authorized exclusively for seed production and scientific research.

15.04.2026 | 16:44 (UTC -3)

MS Safra 2025/26: Soybean harvest nearing completion.

Soybean harvesting has reached 94,9% of the total area, while planting of the second corn crop has reached 100%.

15.04.2026 | 16:38 (UTC -3)

Epagri studies orchard spraying techniques using drones.

Researchers are working with partners to define criteria such as flight altitude, flow rate, and product mixing.

15.04.2026 | 16:32 (UTC -3)

Valtra highlights efficient tractors for the sugarcane and energy sector.

The brand presents solutions at Agrishow 2026 ranging from the performance of the BH HiTech Series to the robustness of the S6 Series.

15.04.2026 | 16:09 (UTC -3)

Geopolitical uncertainties maintain an upward bias for oil.

StoneX projections indicate that the evolution of the conflict in the Middle East will continue to determine the global balance of power.

15.04.2026 | 16:04 (UTC -3)

Famato warns about scams involving pesticide packaging.

The organization advises producers to reject offers and follow the official return system.

15.04.2026 | 15:59 (UTC -3)

Reduced rainfall in April increases the risk of crop losses.

Irregular rainfall increases the risk of water stress for second-crop plantings.

15.04.2026 | 15:38 (UTC -3)

Agricultural machinery sales continue to decline, raising concerns about the industry.

Imports are growing, and Anfavea projects a further decline in sales in 2026.

15.04.2026 | 15:06 (UTC -3)

Resources of R$ 56 million are released to support the rice sector.

The funds will be allocated to Conab to enable a public tender using mechanisms such as PEP and Pepro.

15.04.2026 | 14:54 (UTC -3)

Brazil and the US are expected to concentrate the global cotton supply.

An assessment by Artigas do Brasil points to geopolitics as the main risk factor in the coming months.

15.04.2026 | 14:51 (UTC -3)

Cana Summit highlights the resilience of the sugarcane and energy sector.

Event brings together authorities and discusses challenges facing the sugarcane supply chain in Ribeirão Preto (SP)

15.04.2026 | 14:45 (UTC -3)

Road freight rates increased by 5,01% in March.

Agriculture accounts for 47,4% of freight demand in the first quarter of 2026.

15.04.2026 | 14:24 (UTC -3)

Embrapa Soja launches manual on sustainable bio-inputs.

Publication provides guidelines for microbial use and preservation.

15.04.2026 | 14:15 (UTC -3)

Rovensa Next expands technical support with AI and training.

The platform brings together 10 pieces of content and 4 essays to guide agronomic recommendations.

15.04.2026 | 14:02 (UTC -3)

Ribeira Valley obtains Geographical Indication for bananas.

With encouragement and actions from the Department of Agriculture, São Paulo achieves its 14th geographical indication.

15.04.2026 | 13:59 (UTC -3)

DLG Feldtage 2026 highlights machines and robotics in the field.

An event in Germany brings together 66 machines, agricultural robots, and practical demonstrations between June 16 and 18.

15.04.2026 | 08:11 (UTC -3)

Cowpea beetle can spread Fusarium in soybeans

Study identifies unprecedented association between Diabrotica speciosa and root rot pathogen

15.04.2026 | 07:34 (UTC -3)

Agricultural Market - April 15, 2026

Soybean prices decline due to accelerated planting in the US and falling oil prices.

15.04.2026 | 07:02 (UTC -3)

Biodiesel could increase demand for soybeans in Mato Grosso do Sul.

A higher blend should boost investment and industry, according to Aprosoja-MS.

14.04.2026 | 17:12 (UTC -3)

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Cultivar Magazine - News and Technical Articles from the Agricultural Sector

Massey Ferguson launches 9S tractors in Brazil

BASF expands vegetable seed unit in the Netherlands.

Ourofino Agrociência announces change in commercial management.

Soybean processing is expected to reach 62,2 million tons.

El Niño on the radar raises uncertainties for agriculture

Morning glory acts as a reservoir for sweet potato pests

Study identifies universal rhythm in animal communication

Exclusive test drive with the Massey Ferguson MF 9S tractor.

CNA files complaint with the Supreme Court against the use of Prodes in rural credit.

Exceptional soybean planting begins on April 20th in Tocantins.

MS Safra 2025/26: Soybean harvest nearing completion.

Epagri studies orchard spraying techniques using drones.

Valtra highlights efficient tractors for the sugarcane and energy sector.

Geopolitical uncertainties maintain an upward bias for oil.

Famato warns about scams involving pesticide packaging.

Reduced rainfall in April increases the risk of crop losses.

Agricultural machinery sales continue to decline, raising concerns about the industry.

Resources of R$ 56 million are released to support the rice sector.

Brazil and the US are expected to concentrate the global cotton supply.

Cana Summit highlights the resilience of the sugarcane and energy sector.

Road freight rates increased by 5,01% in March.

Embrapa Soja launches manual on sustainable bio-inputs.

Rovensa Next expands technical support with AI and training.

Ribeira Valley obtains Geographical Indication for bananas.

DLG Feldtage 2026 highlights machines and robotics in the field.

Cowpea beetle can spread Fusarium in soybeans

Agricultural Market - April 15, 2026

Biodiesel could increase demand for soybeans in Mato Grosso do Sul.