Canola expands its share of winter income in 2026.

Canola cultivation is projected to reach 380 hectares in Brazil by 2026. This represents a 60% increase over the area of ​​the last harvest, which was approximately 225 hectares. The data comes from the Brazilian Association of Canola Producers (Abrascanola). The national opening of the canola sowing season took place at Expodireto Cotrijal 2026.

According to the president of Abrascanola, Vantuir Scarantti, the symbolic act marks the beginning of the harvest and the strengthening of the production chain in the country. He highlighted canola as a source of income diversification, a gain in the crop rotation system, and an alternative for the sustainable development of agriculture.

cultivated area

Rio Grande do Sul accounts for more than 90% of the cultivated area in Brazil and maintains its leadership in production. Paraná and Mato Grosso do Sul are advancing, albeit on a smaller scale. In the last harvest, the average productivity was around 1,5 kilograms per hectare.

According to Cotrijal's president, Nei César Manica, increased productivity and demand encourage new investments. He defended canola as an alternative crop for winter.

Bran and oil

The domestic market absorbs a large part of the production, mainly in the manufacture of meal and oil for animal feed. With the expansion of the crop, new possibilities for use are emerging, such as biofuels. International demand is also gaining attention, given canola's position among the most produced oilseeds in the world.

Despite the favorable scenario, the supply chain still faces obstacles. Scarantti cited tax issues affecting grain marketing, as well as difficulties related to incentives and access to credit.

Imported seeds

The dependence on imported seeds is also a concern. More than 90% of the seeds used in the country come from abroad, predominantly from Australia and the United States. Argentina has recently entered this market. According to Scarantti, this situation requires companies to plan ahead to guarantee the supply for the next harvest.