Agro analyzes tariff hike and seeks new markets

The event showed hope regarding talks between Brazilian and United States authorities and the possibility of expanding the list of products exempt from the tariff. It was a moment of expectation for the production chains that are still under the threat of 50% tariffs for exporting to the United States. Thus, the leaders who participated in the panel "The Impact of the American Tariff Hike on Agriculture," at Casa LIDE, defined the situation of national producers. Conversations between the Brazilian and North American governments may expand the list of items that will be exempt from the tariff hike, as happened with orange juice. Regardless of the talks, everyone was emphatic about the need to always seek new markets. The agreement with the European Union, which may be signed as early as 2025, as well as new partnerships with Vietnam, Japan, and Turkey, for example, are vital for the agricultural sector, as they offer pathways for the outflow of production. It is worth remembering ...