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Brazil: From Agribusiness to Rugby Rosters - A Fascinating Insight

Agribusiness - Amazon rainforest - Biodiversity - Brazil - Digital engagement - Gun control - Logistical challenges - Pesticides - Rugby - Wheat cultivation

Discover how Brazil is leading in digital engagement, while facing controversial pesticide laws and emerging as a global meat competitor. Dive into the world of Brazilian rugby with exciting roster updates!

Brazil is a country of diverse landscapes and opportunities, but recent developments are putting it in the global spotlight. The new pro-agribusiness pesticide law in Brazil has sparked concerns as it eases restrictions on pesticides, potentially endangering the Amazon rainforest. On the flip side, Brazil has impressed the world with its digital engagement, leading the way with innovations like Pix and Mercado Libre's eCommerce platform.

Amidst all this, Brazil is expected to become a major player in the global meat market. With the U.S. cow herd at a 30-year low, Brazil's meat exports are set to rise, making it a significant competitor, especially in the burger-loving American market. This shift in the meat industry signifies Brazil's growing influence on the world stage.

In the realm of sports, Brazilian rugby is making waves with the announcement of the roster for matches in Hong Kong and Belgium. Notable inclusions like props Matheus Rocha and Wilton Rebolo bring experience and skill to Os Tupis, showcasing Brazil's talent in the rugby arena. These players, with their prior caps and expertise, reflect the country's commitment to excelling in diverse fields.

To add an interesting twist, did you know that Brazil's agricultural prowess extends beyond just crops? With the rise in digital engagement, even the country's agricultural practices are moving towards innovation and efficiency, ensuring a balance between tradition and modernity. In sports, the growth of rugby in Brazil highlights the nation's passion for diverse athletic pursuits, showcasing a vibrant sporting culture that goes beyond popular favorites like soccer. As Brazil navigates its way through challenges and successes, its dynamic spirit continues to captivate the world.

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Brazil's new pro-agribusiness pesticide law threatens Amazon ... (Mongabay.com)

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How the World Does Digital: Brazil Emerges as Leader in Digital ... (pymnts.com)

Brazil has emerged as a global leader in digital engagement, driven by innovations such as the Pix and Mercado Libre's eCommerce platform.

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Brazil expected to be bigger meat competitor | The Western Producer (Western Producer)

The U.S. cow herd is at 30-year lows, but Americans are still in love with burgers, so imports from outside North America will be a fact of life, analysts.

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Brazil Roster Named for Hong Kong and Belgium - Americas Rugby ... (Americas Rugby News)

The roster notably features the inclusion of props Matheus Rocha and Wilton Rebolo. They have 20 and 36 prior caps for Os Tupis respectively. A stay from the ...

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Podcast: Gun debate becoming ubiquitous in Brazil's Congress (The Brazilian Report)

When far-right politician Jair Bolsonaro rose to win Brazil's presidential election in 2018, guns and violence were hallmarks of his campaign.

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Brazil pushing towards wheat self-sufficiency - Country Guide (Country Guide)

The USDA attaché in the country's capital of Brasilia said the expansion of wheat will include cultivating “tropical wheat” in the savanna-like region in ...

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Brazil's unparalleled spate of book bans is a page out of US culture ... (The Guardian)

It started with a social media video: a school principal from a medium-sized Brazilian city lashed out against an award-winning novel, saying it was ...

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A new pesticide law in Brazil endangers Amazon's biodiversity (Environmental Health News)

New pesticide regulations, which relaxes restrictions on the sale and use of a wide range of agrochemicals, raise concerns over Amazon biodiversity and ...

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Brazil moves to curb gas prices (BNamericas English)

Regulator ANP ordered federal oil and gas company Petrobras to contract more capacity at the Caraguatatuba reception point.

Brazil's Braskem still facing logistical woes at Triunfo facilities (ICIS)

RIO DE JANEIRO (ICIS)–Brazil's polymers major Braskem is still facing some logistical challenges at its facilities in Triunfo, in the floods-hit state of ...

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