The agroclimatic forecast for the April, May, and June 2026 quarter, released today (April 9) by the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet), indicates a scenario of contrasts in Brazil, with excess rainfall in part of the North and a more pronounced water deficit in the Northeast and areas of the Center-South, in addition to temperatures above average in virtually the entire country. In the Northern Region, the forecast points to rainfall volumes near or above the average, with accumulations up to 100 mm higher than the historical standard in areas of Amazonas, Pará, Roraima, and Tocantins. The high soil moisture, especially in April and May, favors the development of crops, but may hinder the soybean harvest and compromise the quality of the grains. From June, the reduction in rainfall and the increase in temperatures tend to expand areas with water deficit, mainly in the south of Pará, Rondônia, and Tocantins. In the Northeast, the scenario is more restrictive. The forecast ...