Raízen: the request for extrajudicial recovery raises alarm for sugarcane producers on the eve of the new harvest
Raízen's request for extrajudicial recovery, amid substantial debts, has raised concerns among sugarcane producers in Brazil.
CADI Sugarcane and Peanut: Strengthening Strategic Rotation in Triângulo Mineiro
The agricultural landscape of Triângulo Mineiro and Alto Paranaíba is evolving with the consolidation of peanuts as a key crop in the rejuvenation of sugarcane fields, emphasized at the upcoming CADI Meeting.
Megacana: CADI Sugarcane and Peanut Highlights Gains from Crop Rotation for the Bioenergy Sector
Producers in Brazil are increasingly recognizing the benefits of crop rotation, particularly the combination of sugarcane and peanuts, for improving soil health and productivity in the bioenergy sector.
Megacana Tech Show opens the 2026 cycle with the 1st Meeting focused on Sugarcane and Peanut
The Megacana Tech Show in Brazil has kicked off preparations for its 2026 edition with a meeting focused on the sugarcane and peanut industries, aimed at integrating technology and local producers.
Sweeter than sugarcane: meet the pilar moscato grape, a gourmet variety from the interior of SP that once cost R$ 200 per kilo
The pilar moscato grape, grown in Pilar do Sul, SP, is a gourmet variety known for its sweetness and large fruit size, having gained popularity among Brazilian consumers.
Rainier Summer in 15 Years Benefits Water Sources in Piracicaba but Affects Sugarcane Producers: 'Saturated Soil'
The heavy rain this summer in Piracicaba, the highest in 15 years, has replenished water resources but poses challenges for local sugarcane farmers due to saturated soil conditions.
Injured tapir cub rescued by Environmental Police in sugarcane plantation in the interior of SP
An injured tapir cub was rescued by the Environmental Police in Narandiba, São Paulo, after being found in a sugarcane field.
Union points to 350 layoffs and non-payment of rights at a factory in Pontal, SP
The Sugarcane Workers' Union reports that at least 350 employees in the Carolo Factory, Pontal, Brazil, have been dismissed without receiving their severance payments or other labor rights.
Sugarcane harvest in central-southern Brazil is expected to grow 4% amid tensions
The upcoming sugarcane harvest in central-southern Brazil is projected to increase by 4%, alongside a record amount of ethanol produced, despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
High debt, adverse climate, and risky bets: understand the Raízen crisis
Raízen has filed for extrajudicial recovery to reorganize approximately R$ 65.1 billion in debts after facing financial pressures and operational difficulties.
Family mourns the death of worker in bus accident on highway in the interior of SP: 'A great loss for all of us'
The family of Orlando Ferreira mourns his death following a bus accident in Marabá Paulista, SP, which also injured 15 others.
Enzyme discovered by scientists can transform agricultural waste into energy
Scientists have identified a new enzyme that can convert agricultural waste, such as sugarcane bagasse, corn husks, and wood shavings, into biofuels and other sustainable products.
Bus transporting workers overturns on the highway between Marabá Paulista and Presidente Venceslau
A bus carrying farm workers overturned on the SPV-020 highway in Brazil, prompting a response from emergency services.
Man kills woman with knife and is found crouching in a sugarcane field in MG; video
A man was apprehended after fatally stabbing his partner at their home in Fronteira, Brazil, following a social event where they were seen together just hours before the incident.
From sugarcane cutter to manager of Youth and Adult Education: education transforms the life of a woman in the interior of SP
Maria Alice Zacharias, a former sugarcane cutter, has dedicated her life to improving education for adults in São Carlos, Brazil, showcasing the transformative power of education on International Women's Day.
Young woman who disappeared in Assis is found in sugarcane field after family follows footprints
A 22-year-old woman missing for four days in Assis, Brazil, was found alive in a sugarcane field after her family followed her footprints.
Men are arrested after being caught stealing sugarcane in the interior of SP
Three men were arrested by the Civil Police in Brazil for stealing sugarcane in the rural area of Jaú.
Man is found in sugarcane field after being stabbed at least 13 times
A 50-year-old man was found stabbed multiple times in a sugarcane field in Nova Granada, Brazil, where he spent the night after the attack.
Man is found dead with a gunshot wound in a sugarcane field in the interior of São Paulo
A 54-year-old man was found dead in a sugarcane plantation in Quatá, Brazil, with a gunshot wound to the head and was reported missing since January 6.
Woman found dead in sugarcane field and man arrested for femicide
A woman was found dead in a sugarcane field in Brazil, leading to the arrest of a man on suspicions of femicide.
Mills invest in maintenance during the sugarcane off-season
Sugarcane mills in Catanduva, Brazil, are actively maintaining their equipment during the off-season to ensure readiness for the upcoming harvest.
'Princess of the Sugarcane Fields': 17th-Century Legend Comes to Life in Galo da Madrugada with Giant Doll
A 17th-century legend about a slave woman and a child is brought to life during the Galo da Madrugada festival in Brazil.
Stills preserve the tradition of artisanal cachaça
Artisanal cachaça production involves a meticulous process beginning with sugarcane harvesting, which is crucial in maintaining the traditional methods of production in Brazil.
Man burned to death inside car, and his partner found dead in sugarcane field; victim's nephew is being sought
A man was arrested in connection with the murder of a couple, whose bodies were found in a burned car and a sugarcane field in Pernambuco, Brazil, while the nephew of the male victim is still at large.
Artificial saliva helps protect the teeth of head and neck cancer patients
Research indicates that an artificial saliva mouthwash derived from sugarcane protein can aid cancer patients by mitigating the impact of radiation therapy on their salivary glands.
Jaggery.. A natural alternative to white sugar
Jaggery, also known as 'jaggery' or 'jackfruit sugar', is a natural unrefined sugar extracted from sugarcane juice or the sap of date or coconut palms, cherished in Asian and African cuisines for centuries due to its rich caramel-like flavor and nutritional benefits.