Mar 4 • 09:01 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Roraima has coffee production in 10 municipalities

Coffee production in Roraima has significantly increased, with the area planted growing from half a hectare in 2022 to 42 hectares by 2025 across ten municipalities.

Coffee production in the Brazilian state of Roraima has witnessed substantial growth over the past three years, expanding from a mere half a hectare in 2022 to an impressive 42 hectares by 2025. The cultivation is now spread across ten of the state's 15 municipalities, including Boa Vista, Alto Alegre, Caracaraí, and others, involving around 100,000 coffee plants and approximately 60 local producers. The average yield per hectare ranges between 22 and 26 sacks, as reported by the Coordination of the Coffee Project Roraima at the Institute of Technical Assistance and Rural Extension (Iater).

The transformation in Roraima’s coffee landscape is striking, especially when one considers that initial plantings were concentrated in just a few families. The Coffee Project initiated by Iater aims not only to boost coffee production but also to diversify agricultural practices, promote sustainability, and enhance the competitiveness of local farmers in the coffee market. The focus on diverse coffee varieties is expected to cater to different consumer preferences and strengthen the agricultural base in a region that is gradually carving out its niche in the coffee industry.

This growth trend in coffee cultivation indicates a promising future for the agricultural sector in Roraima, shedding light on the region's potential beyond traditional crops. As the number of producers and cultivated areas increases, it reflects a collective movement towards economic development through agriculture. The implications of such expansion could lead to greater economic stability and opportunities for local farmers, fostering community growth and enriching the state's agricultural identity.

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