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Inmet: weather forecast between April 20th and 27th, 2026

Heavy rains hit the North, Northeast, and South regions, while the Central-West faces a heat wave and dry weather

20.04.2026 | 15:13 (UTC -3)

Inmet: weather forecast between April 20th and 27th, 2026

Relief in Hormuz does not eliminate global risks, says Rabobank.

External uncertainties and a weaker domestic economy keep market attention focused.

20.04.2026 | 17:26 (UTC -3)

Corn prices rose in March, supported by oil prices, and fell in April

Falling oil prices and advancing harvest are putting pressure on prices in Brazil and on the Chicago Board of Trade

20.04.2026 | 15:38 (UTC -3)

Whitefly completes its life cycle in eucalyptus genotypes

Study indicates development and viability of Bemisia tabaci MEAM1 under controlled conditions

20.04.2026 | 15:29 (UTC -3)

Santa Catarina will now export apples directly through the state's ports

Certification at the point of origin reduces logistics costs and increases the competitiveness of fruit from Santa Catarina

20.04.2026 | 14:49 (UTC -3)

Agrishow reinforces Brazil's role in global food security.

The fair highlights technology, record exports, and the advancement of Brazilian agriculture.

20.04.2026 | 14:14 (UTC -3)

Primitive plants used CAM photosynthesis to survive the "Great Dying"

Lycophytes dominated post-extinction environments with physiological adaptations to extreme heat

20.04.2026 | 14:00 (UTC -3)

Massey Ferguson presents the Momentum planter with 30 and 40 rows

Machine scales up with a focus on precision, input control, and productivity

20.04.2026 | 11:01 (UTC -3)

Flowers without nectar do not alter bees' choice of food

Study rules out "bait" effect and points to rapid learning in Bombus terrestris

20.04.2026 | 08:17 (UTC -3)

Small producers gain prominence at Bahia Farm Show.

Event promotes inclusion with caravans and pavilion in central area.

17.04.2026 | 16:18 (UTC -3)

Goiás consolidates growth in potato production.

The Secretariat points to above-average national growth in the last harvest and estimates R$ 771,4 million for the state this year.

17.04.2026 | 15:32 (UTC -3)

Valence Massey Ferguson makes his debut at Expo Riacho.

Company expands presence in Bahia and invests in agricultural mechanization.

17.04.2026 | 15:27 (UTC -3)

The forecast is for stable weather over the weekend in Rio Grande do Sul.

Instability is expected at the start of the week and temperatures should drop from Wednesday (22)

17.04.2026 | 15:20 (UTC -3)

Anea raises its estimate for the 2025/26 cotton crop.

The association also points to exports exceeding 3,2 million tons in 2026.

17.04.2026 | 15:14 (UTC -3)

Cocoa reception is expected to grow by 61% at the beginning of 2026.

Data from the first quarter indicate a recovery in supply, without a corresponding reaction from industrial activity and exports.

17.04.2026 | 15:05 (UTC -3)

CTC inaugurates unit for the production of synthetic sugarcane seeds.

Technology reduces the use of seedlings, increases efficiency, and could transform the production model in Brazil.

17.04.2026 | 14:44 (UTC -3)

PTx introduces OutRun in Brazil, focusing on agricultural autonomy

The system increases operational efficiency and allows for driverless operation under supervision

17.04.2026 | 14:38 (UTC -3)

Sugarcane production falls 0,5% in the 2025/26 harvest.

Even with a slight drop in the harvest, the country will have the largest ethanol production and the second largest sugar harvest in history.

17.04.2026 | 14:29 (UTC -3)

Heat and insecticide affect insect fertility

Heat stress in the early stages reduces the reproductive success of susceptible males

17.04.2026 | 08:31 (UTC -3)

Subunits of Rubisco regulate thermal adaptation in plants

Study reveals structural and kinetic mechanism that adjusts photosynthesis according to temperature

17.04.2026 | 08:08 (UTC -3)

Agricultural Market - April 17, 2026

Soybean prices advance amid high supply and a cautious market

17.04.2026 | 07:46 (UTC -3)

RS 2025/26 Crop: Rains delay soybean harvest

High humidity reduces grain quality and increases losses in areas of the state.

16.04.2026 | 16:32 (UTC -3)

Orplana and Unica formalize the review of Consecana-SP.

Memorandum signed at the Cana Summit 2026 establishes adjustments to sugarcane remuneration and advances the governance of the model.

16.04.2026 | 16:04 (UTC -3)

Rice harvest reaches 79,3% of the area in Rio Grande do Sul.

With the harvest nearing its end, the pace of harvesting is expected to slow down.

16.04.2026 | 15:47 (UTC -3)

Oboya opens direct operation in the United States.

New facility in Miami expands logistics, brings customers closer, and strengthens the company's presence in the Americas.

16.04.2026 | 15:26 (UTC -3)

Agricultural exports total US$38 billion in the first quarter.

This result is the highest in the historical series for the period from January to March.

16.04.2026 | 15:18 (UTC -3)

Cooxupé enables the sale of carbon credits in coffee.

A groundbreaking initiative in Brazil connects cooperative members, science, and the international market.

16.04.2026 | 15:03 (UTC -3)

Study suggests distinct origin for hydrocarbons in ants

Hypothesis links linear alkanes to protection against desiccation and branched compounds to antimicrobial defense and communication

16.04.2026 | 14:57 (UTC -3)

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Cultivar Magazine - News and Technical Articles from the Agricultural Sector

Inmet: weather forecast between April 20th and 27th, 2026

Relief in Hormuz does not eliminate global risks, says Rabobank.

Corn prices rose in March, supported by oil prices, and fell in April

Whitefly completes its life cycle in eucalyptus genotypes

Santa Catarina will now export apples directly through the state's ports

Agrishow reinforces Brazil's role in global food security.

Primitive plants used CAM photosynthesis to survive the "Great Dying"

Massey Ferguson presents the Momentum planter with 30 and 40 rows

Flowers without nectar do not alter bees' choice of food

Small producers gain prominence at Bahia Farm Show.

Goiás consolidates growth in potato production.

Valence Massey Ferguson makes his debut at Expo Riacho.

The forecast is for stable weather over the weekend in Rio Grande do Sul.

Anea raises its estimate for the 2025/26 cotton crop.

Cocoa reception is expected to grow by 61% at the beginning of 2026.

CTC inaugurates unit for the production of synthetic sugarcane seeds.

PTx introduces OutRun in Brazil, focusing on agricultural autonomy

Sugarcane production falls 0,5% in the 2025/26 harvest.

Heat and insecticide affect insect fertility

Subunits of Rubisco regulate thermal adaptation in plants

Agricultural Market - April 17, 2026

RS 2025/26 Crop: Rains delay soybean harvest

Orplana and Unica formalize the review of Consecana-SP.

Rice harvest reaches 79,3% of the area in Rio Grande do Sul.

Oboya opens direct operation in the United States.

Agricultural exports total US$38 billion in the first quarter.

Cooxupé enables the sale of carbon credits in coffee.

Study suggests distinct origin for hydrocarbons in ants