13th Rondônia Rural Show Generates R$4.5 Billion and Attracts Over 410,000 Visitors in 2026
The 13th Rondônia Rural Show Internacional in 2026 generated R$4.5 billion in business and drew over 410,000 visitors, underscoring the event's continuing impact on the regional agricultural sector.
- • The 13th Rondônia Rural Show Internacional generated R$4.5 billion in business, below the 2025 record of R$5.1 billion.
- • Over 410,000 visitors attended the six-day event in Ji-Paraná, slightly down from 430,000 last year.
- • More than R$26 million was invested in modern infrastructure to support producers, entrepreneurs, and visitors.
- • The event featured technological innovations, including a humanoid robot, and focused on sustainable agriculture under the theme 'Export and Development'.
- • Governor Marcos Rocha emphasized the show’s role in advancing Rondônia's agriculture and economic growth.
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The 13th edition of the Rondônia Rural Show Internacional, held from May 25 to 30, 2026, in Ji-Paraná, Rondônia, concluded with a robust economic performance, generating R$4.5 billion in business transactions. This figure, while impressive, was slightly below the 2025 record of R$5.1 billion. The event attracted over 410,000 visitors, slightly less than the 430,000 attendees the previous year, highlighting its continued significance in the region.
The show featured a comprehensive setup with over R$26 million invested in modern infrastructure designed to enhance experiences for rural producers, entrepreneurs, businesspeople, and visitors. The venue, Centro Tecnológico Vandeci Rack, hosted a wide array of pavilions showcasing agriculture, livestock, and regional products. With the theme "Exportação e Desenvolvimento" (Export and Development), the event emphasized strengthening agribusiness and fostering sustainable practices.
Technological innovations, including a humanoid robot demonstration, drew significant public attention, underscoring the event's role in advancing agricultural technology. The programming also included panels, forums, technical workshops, seminars, roundtables, and lectures aimed at promoting dialogue among producers, researchers, and community members on sustainable agriculture and tourism development.
Governor Marcos Rocha highlighted the event's success, stating, "Each year, the Rondônia Rural Show Internacional proves its strength and the advancement of Rondônia's agriculture." The fair's dynamic and modern structure supported its mission of boosting the state's agricultural economy and positioning Rondônia as a key player in agribusiness.
Despite not surpassing the previous year's record, the event's economic impact and comprehensive programming reflect its crucial role in the region's agricultural growth and infrastructural development, confirming its status as a landmark agribusiness fair in Brazil.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
Source articles (2)
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Business transactions
Sources report different records for business transactions compared to previous years
rondonia.ro.gov.br
"The event generated R$ 4.5 billion in business transactions, significantly surpassing the initial target of R$ 3.5 billion."
g1.globo.com
"This figure did not surpass the record set in 2025, when the fair achieved R$ 5.1 billion in transactions."
Why this matters: One source claims this year's transactions surpassed the target of R$ 3.5 billion, while the other states it did not surpass last year's record of R$ 5.1 billion. This discrepancy is significant as it affects the perception of the event's growth or decline in economic impact.