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Brazilian agriculture is growing faster than European agriculture, study shows

A report by Oxford Economics, commissioned by Bayer, identifies differences in productivity and access to agricultural technologies

15.10.2026 | 06:10 (UTC -3)

Brazilian agriculture is growing faster than European agriculture, study shows

Mustard reduces the presence of Rhizoctonia solani in the soil

Research with potatoes has identified a reduction of up to 13 times in the amount of pathogen DNA after biofumigation

15.10.2026 | 07:06 (UTC -3)

Rains favor soybean planting in the Midwest.

Inmet's forecast indicates irregular rainfall volumes until October 21st and warns of moisture limitations in producing areas.

14.10.2026 | 17:12 (UTC -3)

Wasps are associated with fewer psyllids in citrus orchards

In a study of flowering windbreaks in central Florida, each additional wasp corresponded to 2,7% fewer psyllids; there is no proof of causality

14.10.2026 | 17:01 (UTC -3)

Rio Grande do Sul has over 20 hectares of soybean planted in advance

Sowing before the scheduled date was done at the request of the Department of Agriculture.

14.10.2026 | 17:00 (UTC -3)

Brazil opens 700 markets for agricultural products.

Openings have been occurring since 2023, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, amidst the expansion of trade agreements.

14.10.2026 | 16:51 (UTC -3)

Frost forecast helps protect crops in SC

Epagri's system has already prevented agricultural losses of R$ 84,7 million and assists producers in planning preventive measures.

14.10.2026 | 16:12 (UTC -3)

Corn exports fall by more than 30% in Mato Grosso.

Corn that is not exported tends to remain in the state, increasing ending stocks and raising pressure.

14.10.2026 | 15:36 (UTC -3)

Rio Grande do Sul establishes new Sectoral Chamber for Oilseeds and Biodiesel

The group will bring together public and private entities to discuss policies and encourage productive diversification.

14.10.2026 | 15:28 (UTC -3)

Inmet: weather forecast for Thursday (10/15) and Friday (10/16)

A low-pressure system off the coast of the Southeast region is intensifying and is expected to give rise to an extratropical cyclone.

14.10.2026 | 15:23 (UTC -3)

El Niño registers second largest anomaly for September.

The Pacific Ocean temperature reached +2,08 °C, according to Inmet, second only to the record set in 1997.

14.10.2026 | 15:13 (UTC -3)

Leandro Berwanger takes on a new role at Bayer

Agricultural engineer will work from Balsas (MA), after more than a year as Commercial Manager at Corteva

14.10.2026 | 15:06 (UTC -3)

The cotton pesticide market grew 14% in the 25/26 crop season.

A survey by Kynetec indicates a record turnover of R$ 8,217 billion.

14.10.2026 | 14:57 (UTC -3)

Soybean planting reaches 15,6% of the planned area in Brazil.

Conab bulletin highlights the influence of weather conditions in the main producing regions.

14.10.2026 | 14:34 (UTC -3)

Rainbow Agro announces new Southern Commercial Director

Fernando Manzeppi joins the company with over 20 years of experience in agribusiness

14.10.2026 | 14:12 (UTC -3)

Hormonal baits alter the behavior of red ants

Study with Solenopsis invicta identifies changes in offspring care, response to light, and locomotion

14.10.2026 | 08:58 (UTC -3)

Method shows how fruit flies use memory to choose odors

The system tracks the decisions of Drosophila melanogaster and identifies responses to rewards and electric shocks

14.10.2026 | 08:25 (UTC -3)

Jeff Cecil takes over crop protection at Syngenta in North America

The executive replaces Vern Hawkins, after more than 40 years with the company

14.10.2026 | 07:16 (UTC -3)

Agricultural Market - October 14, 2026

Soybean planting advances in Brazil amid external pressure

14.10.2026 | 07:01 (UTC -3)

Brazil expands its participation in the global cotton trade

Exports reached 3,374 million tons in the 2025/26 crop year; Anea projects 3,4 million tons for 2026/27

14.10.2026 | 06:20 (UTC -3)

Urea advances and crops face changes in supply and prices

Itaú BBA analyzes fertilizers, soybeans, corn, cotton, coffee, and oranges in its October report

14.10.2026 | 06:04 (UTC -3)

PR Harvest 2026/27: rains hinder soybean planting.

Excess moisture limits field operations, delays soybean planting, and compromises the commercial classification of crops.

13.10.2026 | 17:28 (UTC -3)

Rio Grande do Sul hosts the first national opening of the canola harvest.

An event in Ijuí highlighted the expansion of the crop and its potential to diversify agricultural production in Rio Grande do Sul.

13.10.2026 | 16:38 (UTC -3)

Inmet: weather forecast for Wednesday (14/10) and Thursday (15/10)

Rainfall intensifies in the Central-West and Southeast regions, while the North and Northeast experience dry and hot weather.

13.10.2026 | 16:20 (UTC -3)

Cropchem creates national sales directorate.

Ricardo Chequim takes over leadership of the sales teams as Sales Director for Brazil.

13.10.2026 | 16:03 (UTC -3)

Bayer highlights innovation and sustainability of Brazilian cotton.

At the Brazil 2026 International Congress, the company discusses fiber quality, new industrial applications, and emissions reduction.

13.10.2026 | 15:35 (UTC -3)

Inmet: weather forecast between October 13th and 20th

Forecasts indicate rainfall of up to 200 mm in Paraná, intense rains in areas of the Southeast, and more stable weather in parts of Brazil.

13.10.2026 | 15:31 (UTC -3)

Mercedes-Benz Bank has a new Credit Director.

Vukasin Jovanovic arrives in Brazil to lead the strategy and management, focusing on the sustainable growth of the business.

13.10.2026 | 15:20 (UTC -3)

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Cultivar Magazine - News and Technical Articles from the Agricultural Sector

Brazilian agriculture is growing faster than European agriculture, study shows

Mustard reduces the presence of Rhizoctonia solani in the soil

Rains favor soybean planting in the Midwest.

Wasps are associated with fewer psyllids in citrus orchards

Rio Grande do Sul has over 20 hectares of soybean planted in advance

Brazil opens 700 markets for agricultural products.

Frost forecast helps protect crops in SC

Corn exports fall by more than 30% in Mato Grosso.

Rio Grande do Sul establishes new Sectoral Chamber for Oilseeds and Biodiesel

Inmet: weather forecast for Thursday (10/15) and Friday (10/16)

El Niño registers second largest anomaly for September.

Leandro Berwanger takes on a new role at Bayer

The cotton pesticide market grew 14% in the 25/26 crop season.

Soybean planting reaches 15,6% of the planned area in Brazil.

Rainbow Agro announces new Southern Commercial Director

Hormonal baits alter the behavior of red ants

Method shows how fruit flies use memory to choose odors

Jeff Cecil takes over crop protection at Syngenta in North America

Agricultural Market - October 14, 2026

Brazil expands its participation in the global cotton trade

Urea advances and crops face changes in supply and prices

PR Harvest 2026/27: rains hinder soybean planting.

Rio Grande do Sul hosts the first national opening of the canola harvest.

Inmet: weather forecast for Wednesday (14/10) and Thursday (15/10)

Cropchem creates national sales directorate.

Bayer highlights innovation and sustainability of Brazilian cotton.

Inmet: weather forecast between October 13th and 20th

Mercedes-Benz Bank has a new Credit Director.