90% of Brazil’s national peanut production is derives from the state of São Paulo.

As Brazil commemorates Peanut Day on September 13th, the Department of Agriculture and Supply in São Paulo underscores the national market's expansion, attributing it significantly to the diverse peanut varieties cultivated through research and agricultural outreach efforts. These initiatives not only contribute to the market growth but also underscore the nutritional significance of peanut products for consumers.

Pioneered by the Agronomic Institute (IAC-Apta), Brazil's primary Peanut Genetic Improvement Program, these varieties commandeer 80% of São Paulo's cultivated area, the nation's leading peanut producer, responsible for 90% of the entire country's peanut production. Among the prevalent cultivars, IAC 503 and IAC OL3 dominate, collectively constituting 60% of the total.

Under the guidance of researcher Ignácio Godoy, the IAC Peanut Genetic Improvement Program remains adaptable, responding to market dynamics by prioritizing the development of high oleic peanut cultivars. This characteristic not only mitigates grain rancidity but also extends the shelf life of processed peanuts, contributing to consumer health. Moreover, the new IAC materials exhibit production stability, excelling in both favorable and unfavorable environments [1].

An additional highlight is the noteworthy growth in peanut cultivation during the 2022/23 agricultural harvest, surpassing the previous cycle by 10.8%, totaling 736.3 thousand tons. This information stems from a survey conducted between June 1st and 7th bythe Institute of Agricultural Economics (IEA-Apta) and the Comprehensive Technical Assistance Coordination (Cati/SAA) across the 645 municipalities of São Paulo.

São Paulo continues to stand out on the global peanut stage, with Tupã (13.6%), Marília (12.7%), and Jaboticabal (12.2%) leading in production.

A recent study by the Institute of Food Technology (Ital-Apta) delves into the health, well-being, and composition of industrialized peanut products. Published in "Industrialized Peanuts: Nutritious, Safe, and Present in Brazilian Culture," the study reveals that 93.3% of analyzed products in Brazil lack dyes, 89.9% are free of antioxidants, and 87.1% are devoid of preservatives. Additionally, most products boast positive attributes such as ample proteins and dietary fiber.