Beans: prices of varieties end August in opposite directions

The prices of carioca and black beans ended August in opposite movements according to the Center for Advanced Studies in Applied Economics (Cepea). In the case of carioca, researchers explain that the preference dynamics for quality and the firm stance of producers sustained the values. For black beans, however, the ample supply continues to pressure prices. According to the institute, a highlight from last week was the publication, in the Official Journal of the Union, of Interministerial Ordinance Mapa/MF/MPO/MDA No. 24, of July 23, 2025. The ordinance promotes the establishment of parameters for the economic subsidy of colored and black beans in the states of Paraná, Santa Catarina, ...