The Sustainable Agribusiness Forum with Technology and Innovation, organized by the Minas Gerais Institute of Sustainable Agribusiness (IMAS) and the Cooperative of Coffee Growers of Cerrado de Araguari e Região Ltda (Coocacer), took place in Araguari (MG) on Thursday, March 29. The event gathered key representatives and leaders in agriculture to address Brazil's global role in the green economy.
One significant outcome was the launch of the Sustainable Coffee Project, a part of IMAS's initiatives in collaboration with federal deputy Zé Vitor (PL-MG). Discussions and workshops at the forum covered various sustainability aspects, including education, environment, social issues, economics, and governance.
The opening statements were made by José Julio Lafayette, the rector of Imepac and president of Hospital Sagrada Família, emphasizing Brazil's leadership in agricultural sustainability. Senator Tereza Cristina (PP-MS) highlighted the crucial role of women in specialty coffee production and discussed positive initiatives such as the Forest Code and projects to reduce carbon emissions.
Thales Almeida Pereira Fernandes, the Secretary of State for Agriculture of Minas Gerais, emphasized the state's commitment to showcasing both production and preservation. Coocacer was presented with the Warehouse 001 certificate from the Certifica Minas program during the event.
Federal deputy Pedro Lupion (PP), president of the Agricultural Parliamentary Front (FPA), stressed the need to value producers and their significant contribution to jobs and exports. Deputy Zé Vitor, the creator of the forum, called for unity and collaboration, urging attendees to work together for sustainable results.
Gláucio de Castro, president of the Federation of Cerrado Coffee Growers, discussed practical actions for sustainable farming applicable to both small and large producers. Araguari's mayor, Renato Carvalho, highlighted the importance of laws promoting both economic growth and environmental preservation.
State deputy Raul Belém (CIDADANIA - MG) emphasized the economic viability of producing with environmental responsibility and presented the Order of Legislative Merit of Minas Gerais to businessman Edson Trebeschi for his contributions to the state.
The first panel featured lawyer Ronaldo Lemos, who discussed Vietnam's success in the coffee sector and stressed the importance of promoting Denomination of Origin and value-added chains to strengthen Brazil's global position in agriculture.
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