Baldan debuts barter with agricultural machinery
Initiative allows exchange of grains for equipment; initiative occurs in partnership with Grão Direto
The Responsible Application Program (PAR), promoted by Corteva Agriscience in partnership with the Foundation for Agricultural and Forestry Studies and Research (Fepaf) at Unesp, has already trained more than 3.900 farmers in 2025. The focus is on the correct use of agricultural pesticides and personal protective equipment (PPE). The goal is to optimize resources, ensure safety and reinforce sustainability in the application of inputs.
In Rio Grande do Sul, 350 applicators participated in the courses, carried out in accordance with the Normative Instructions of the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, Sustainable Production and Irrigation (Seapi-RS). Since 2019, specific training for the state has already taken place in 80 municipalities.
The content covers everything from choosing spray tips to calibrating equipment. It also includes meteorological factors — temperature, humidity, wind direction and speed — as well as boom height and working pressure.
“It is essential to follow the recommendations in the package insert, such as dosage, type of drop, ideal time and operational parameters”, advises UNESP professor Ulisses Antuniassi.
In two decades, PAR has trained approximately 35 people in the country. The initiative reinforces safe and efficient practices in the use of pesticides.
“The theoretical and practical basis of good agricultural practices allows for greater productivity and protects those who work in the field,” says Jair Francisco Maggioni, from Corteva Agriscience.
In 2025, more than 70 training sessions were held throughout Brazil. The training sessions covered different crops: sugarcane, fruit and vegetables, grains, rice, pasture and forestry.
In addition to PAR, Corteva also provides knowledge through the “From Agriculture to Life” Expedition, in partnership with Agroefetiva. A truck adapted as a classroom travels through different regions focusing on integrated management of diseases, weeds and pests. This year, there were 48 events, with more than 800 professionals trained.
The program also offers a module on aerial application of pesticides, covering both the use of drones and airplanes. Participants learn how to apply inputs in accordance with legislation and technical guidelines, prioritizing safety and efficiency in the field.
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