The Ufopa Family Agriculture Fair in Santarém, Brazil, is celebrating a special edition dedicated to women, taking place on Thursday, the 12th. This event runs from 7 AM to noon at the entrance hall of Bloco Modular Tapajós II, actively welcoming the local community and academic institutions. It highlights not only the local produce but also the essential role women play in cultivating, producing, and marketing agricultural goods derived from family farming.

This thematic fair underscores the significant contributions of women participants, acknowledging their efforts in food cultivation and their positions as key players in ensuring food sovereignty and sustainable food systems in the Amazon region. Through this fair, the organizers aim to elevate awareness regarding women’s roles and reinforce the importance of their participation in agriculture, which is vital for the resilience and sustainability of local food systems.

Supported by various projects and institutions focusing on research, extension, and the strengthening of agroecology and family farming, the fair is a strategic initiative that combines community engagement with educational outreach. It aspires to bolster local economic activities while emphasizing the need to acknowledge and empower women in agriculture, ultimately promoting a more sustainable and equitable food system in the Amazon.