Brazil: Sorghum and tomato production should increase in Goiás, points out IBGE

According to the April edition of the Systematic Survey of Agricultural Production (LSPA) released by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) on Tuesday (14/5), Goiás is projecting growth in the production of at least six crops compared to previous harvest. Of note, for example, is the expected increase in the production of sorghum and tomatoes, with increases of 5.8% and 27.1%, respectively, driven by the increase in average yield. The replacement state secretary of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply, João Asmar Júnior, highlights the importance of the Goiás Government's policies and incentive programs to stimulate this growth. He states that the State has promoted the sustainable development of the agricultural sector, through the adoption of modern technologies, technical assistance and access to credit for rural producers. In addition to sorghum and tomatoes, other products also show an estimated positive change, such as rice (7.2%), 2nd harvest beans (4.7%), ...