Brazil conquers new market in Colombia for export of dried distillery grains

Published 2024년 9월 9일

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The Brazilian government is celebrating the authorization by Colombia for the export of dried distillers grains (DDG/DDGS), a byproduct of ethanol production, to the South American country. This marks the 105th market opening for Brazilian agribusiness in 2024 and brings the total to 183 openings in 58 destinations since 2023. Dried distillers grains are a crucial source of protein and energy for various types of livestock and aquaculture. This market expansion is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), reflecting Brazil's increasing export opportunities and global influence in the agricultural sector.

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The Brazilian government celebrated the recent authorization by the Colombian government for the export of dried distillers grains (DDG/DDGS) to the South American country. This advance represents the 105th market opening for Brazilian agribusiness in 2024 and brings the total to 183 openings in 58 destinations since the beginning of 2023. Dried distillers grains, a byproduct of ethanol production from corn, are an important source of protein and energy for feeding ruminants, pigs, poultry, fish and shrimp. These grains are produced from the second corn crop, grown in the same area as the main crop and in the same agricultural year, which optimizes the use of land and natural resources. The conquest of the new Colombian market is the ...

Source: Portal Do Agronegocio