Expocanas 2026 Spurs R$15.8 Million in New Business Partnerships, Empowering Small Entrepreneurs

At the 4th edition of Expocanas held in Nova Alvorada do Sul, a major milestone was reached for business growth and networking within Mato Grosso do Sul's sugarcane sector. On October 26, Sebrae/MS organized a Business Session that brought together 58 entrepreneurs and resulted in an expected R$15.8 million in business deals. The event, from October 25 to 27, showcased technological innovations in sugarcane farming while offering a vital platform for small suppliers to connect with large companies.

Sandro Junior, a technical analyst at Sebrae/MS, emphasized the session’s vital role in strengthening the sugarcane production chain. By integrating small suppliers, the initiative aims to foster innovation and spur local economic development. Representatives from Atvos, one of Brazil’s largest producers of biofuels, sugar, and electricity derived from sugarcane, highlighted the critical importance of developing regional suppliers to boost local commerce.

Attendees shared positive feedback regarding the event’s networking opportunities and the possibility of future collaborations. Supported by professional associations like the Sul-Mato-Grossense Association of Sugarcane Suppliers and the Bioenergy Producers Association of Mato Grosso do Sul, Expocanas has proven to be an important catalyst for business expansion in the region.

This business growth at Expocanas aligns with a broader national trend of strengthening entrepreneurship, which was highlighted in a recent report covered by TV Pajuçara, demonstrating how small businesses increasingly contribute to employment and economic dynamism across Brazil.

The successful session illustrates how targeted support and collaboration at events like Expocanas can create significant economic opportunities for small and regional businesses, securing their integration into lucrative supply chains and fostering sustainable local development.