Brazilian Agricultural Research Celebrates Milestones and Innovation in 2025
Epagri marks 50 years of pioneering agricultural research, while IFMS highlights innovative projects at Mostratec 2025, showcasing Brazil's commitment to sustainable agricultural advancement.
- • Epagri celebrates 50 years with 530 technologies and 13,300 publications enhancing agriculture in Santa Catarina.
- • Epagri developed three apple varieties named Sambóa, cultivated internationally.
- • IFMS presented nine research projects at Mostratec 2025, including low-cost agricultural drones.
- • IFMS invested R$ 45,500 to support participation in the international science fair.
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In 2025, Brazilian agricultural research institutions are highlighting significant achievements and innovations that contribute to sustainability, technological advancement, and rural development. The Empresa de Pesquisa Agropecuária e Extensão Rural de Santa Catarina (Epagri) celebrates 50 years of impactful research. Epagri has connected knowledge, technology, and sustainability to transform rural production in Santa Catarina, generating over 530 technologies and 13,300 publications. Known especially for its genetic improvement program, Epagri developed three apple varieties called Sambóa, cultivated internationally. Their research supports strategic planning in climate, water resources, and soil management, promoting food security in the region. Meanwhile, the Instituto Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (IFMS) showcased nine scientific projects at Mostratec 2025, Latin America's largest science fair. With an investment of R$ 45,500 in logistics, IFMS presented innovations like low-cost spraying drones aimed at assisting family farming and projects blending art and technology. These efforts underscore IFMS's commitment to fostering talent, scientific knowledge, and social transformation through international collaboration. Both institutions emphasize that investing in science and technology safeguards natural resources, enhances productivity, and drives sustainable agribusiness growth in Brazil.