Fundepag Expands Beyond Agriculture, Boosting Revenue and Partnerships
Fundepag broadens its research support from agriculture to environmental and technological projects, significantly increasing revenue and partnerships.
- • Fundepag's revenue grew 92% in 2025, reaching R$ 130 million.
- • The foundation expanded beyond agriculture to environmental and IT sectors.
- • Agribusiness still makes up 74.8% of revenue; environmental sectors contribute 12.6% each.
- • Fundepag partners with over 15 ICTs and manages diverse projects including JBS and Petrobras initiatives.
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In 2025, Fundação de Desenvolvimento da Pesquisa Agropecuária (Fundepag) significantly increased its revenue by 92%, reaching R$ 130 million, and is aiming to sustain this growth in 2026. Traditionally focused on agricultural research support, Fundepag has strategically expanded its operations to include environmental, meteorological, and information technology sectors, diversifying its role beyond agribusiness. While agribusiness accounted for 74.8% of last year's revenue, environmental and agro-environmental initiatives each contributed 12.6%, signaling a broader scope of influence.
Fundepag collaborates with over 15 institutions of science and technology (ICTs), managing projects via partnerships or direct execution. Notable collaborators include Instituto de Tecnologia de Alimentos (Ital), generating R$ 41.9 million, and Instituto Biológico (IB), contributing R$ 27.1 million in revenue. Key projects involve a collagen research center with JBS and environmental monitoring linked to Petrobras. These expansions have been facilitated by recent legislative changes in Brazil that promote enhanced collaboration between ICTs and the private sector.
Álvaro Duarte, Fundepag's president, emphasized the foundation's role as a bridge between scientific research and society, aiming to strengthen ties with universities and diversify funding sources, including leveraging parliamentary amendments. This strategic expansion highlights Fundepag's evolving position in Brazil’s research infrastructure, extending its impact well beyond agriculture.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
