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Brazilian authorities seized over 50 tons of açaí berries being transported illegally in the Amazon region during a recent operation.

As Easter approaches, bakers in the Vale do Paraíba region of Brazil are innovating their offerings with uniquely flavored Easter eggs to attract customers and boost sales.

A 27-year-old man in Brazil ended up in the ICU after consuming açaí that was allegedly contaminated with a toxic substance known as chumbinho, linked to an attempted homicide investigation involving his girlfriend.

A 27-year-old man experienced severe health issues after consuming açaí tainted with chumbinho, leading to an investigation that implicates his girlfriend as a potential suspect.

A young man in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, was hospitalized after consuming açaí poisoned with terbufós, a pesticide substance, leading to an investigation into his girlfriend as a suspect.

A security camera video may provide evidence relating to the poisoning of a 27-year-old man in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, who fell ill after consuming açaí, leading to police investigations involving his girlfriend as a suspect.

Lucas Serafim Santos, a promising Brazilian professional boxer, overcame personal challenges and injuries to secure his second professional victory by defeating a member of Acelino Popó Freitas's team.

A 27-year-old man in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, became seriously ill after consuming açaí that was found to contain the toxic pesticide terbufos, raising suspicions of foul play involving his girlfriend.

The Civil Police of Ribeirão Preto is investigating a potential poisoning incident involving a young man after he consumed acai at home, with his girlfriend being a primary suspect.

The price of açaí in Belém increased by over 15% in February 2026, reaching an average of R$ 33.15.

A police report confirmed the presence of a rat poison known as 'chumbinho' in an acai cup that a young man drank before falling ill, implicating his girlfriend as the main suspect.

Vinicius Junior, the Brazilian winger for Real Madrid, follows a strict diet centered around Brazilian acai fruit to enhance his athletic performance.

The Brazilian music group Trivia, comprised of Djavan's son and grandsons, released their third single, a cover of Djavan's famous song 'Açaí.'

A 75-year-old entrepreneur in Brazil is revolutionizing the use of latex in the Amazon by creating sustainable shoes from natural rubber and açaí seeds.

A retired military police officer in Brazil was hospitalized with suspected poisoning after consuming açaí delivered to him, raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding the delivery.

Heavy rainfall during the Amazonian winter has severely impacted açaí harvests in Amapá, Brazil, resulting in a 40% reduction in supply and increased prices for consumers.

A bull entered an açaí shop in Mulungu, Brazil, delighting the owner who then created a meme from the incident.

After inspections, 132 açaí sales points in Belém were deemed suitable for operation according to sanitary regulations.

Açaí producers in Roraima are investing in their own industry as a strategy for growth and increasing income in the rural sector.

Consumption of açaí in Macaé, Brazil, rises significantly during the summer months, driven by increased tourist activity and changing dietary habits.

Three açaí vendors in Ananindeua, Brazil, were temporarily shut down due to health violations linked to confirmed cases of Chagas disease.

The wife of a young man who was hospitalized after consuming açaí has denied any involvement in the alleged poisoning incident in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, as the police continue their investigation.

Daniel Rocha, the founder of the açaí chain Açaí no Grau, was honored with a video tribute during the opening of the Barragem Carnival in Bocaina, Piauí.

A mother was shocked to find that her son's purchase of two açaí cups for R$ 24 resulted in a credit card charge of R$ 650.

A 27-year-old man in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, was hospitalized after consuming açaí, prompting police to investigate a potential poisoning incident.

The growing consumption of açaí in Belém has led to a significant waste management challenge, with at least 6 tons of açaí pits being discarded daily throughout the city.

Family, friends, and collaborators honored Daniel Rocha with a seventh-day Mass at the Cathedral Nossa Senhora dos Remédios in Picos, where tributes included purple and white balloons and a performance by his son.

The Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) has suspended and prohibited several food products deemed irregular, including açaí coffee marketed as a disease treatment, plastic glitters used in baking, and a batch of olive oil.

Entrepreneurs from Pará are establishing businesses in the US, with initial investments ranging from $10,000 to $15,000, seeking opportunities beyond traditional exports.

Juliana Galvão, the wife of Daniel Rocha, the founder and CEO of Açaí no Grau, paid tribute to him on social media one week after his passing, expressing her commitment to his legacy and their family.

Daniel Rocha's sister, Samia, paid tribute to her deceased brother by sharing cherished memories on social media, expressing her grief and love.

Daniel Batista Rocha, the founder and director of the Açaí no Grau franchise network, passed away at 43 after being hospitalized in São Paulo.

Daniel Rocha, founder and CEO of the Açaí no Grau franchise, passed away at 43, leading to mourning in his hometown of Picos and political reactions.