Forum discusses strategies to increase the competitiveness of agriculture.

Brazil has the conditions to lead the bioeconomy and meet the demands of food security and energy transition. This assessment came from Mathias Schelp, Vice President for Smart Agriculture at Bosch Latin America, at the opening of the Forum “Integration and Biocompetitiveness: The Brazilian Solution”, held today in São Paulo.

The event was organized by the Brazilian Agribusiness Association and the ILPF Network. Schelp highlighted a diversified energy matrix, favorable climate, available water, and biodiversity as competitive advantages. He advocated for a leading role for the nation in the bioeconomy.

The executive presented innovations to increase competitiveness. He cited solutions for applying pesticides and dual ethanol-diesel technology for heavy machinery. The proposal reduces diesel consumption and increases the use of ethanol. According to him, progress requires a joint effort, strategic prioritization, public policies, and increased productivity.

In the panel “Integrated Food and Bioenergy,” Marcos Jank stated that integrated systems have a scientific and territorial basis. He highlighted the role of industry in providing technology and scale. He pointed to productivity gains with less environmental impact.

Gustavo Spadotti, from Embrapa Territorial, emphasized the contribution of national science. He cited genetic advances in soybeans, improvements in livestock farming, and the integration between research, field work, and the market. He mentioned the circular economy as a structuring axis of integrated systems.

Monica Pedó, from John Deere, reported on the integration of agronomic, digital, and operational knowledge in the company's strategy. Willian Marchió stated that the ILPF Network model focuses on productive intensification with diversification in the same area. He pointed to pasture recovery, soil improvement, carbon sequestration, and efficiency in the use of inputs.

In his opening remarks, Francisco Matturro highlighted the landmark event of the 2007 Field Day at the Santa Brígida Farm. Luiz Carlos Corrêa Carvalho advocated for greater integration among the sectors' stakeholders. Geraldo Melo Filho emphasized the State's role in supporting producers and research. Ana Eugênia de Carvalho Campos and Ana Paula Packer reinforced the importance of science and strategic vision for the advancement of agriculture.