BASF celebrates World Food Day with advancements that boost productivity and sustainability

On October 16th, World Food Day is celebrated, a date that invites reflection on the challenges and opportunities related to global food security. In a scenario of population growth, climate change, and increasing demand for quality food, the role of science and technology in agriculture becomes increasingly strategic. In this context, Brazil stands out as a protagonist by combining innovation with productive efficiency, contributing to feeding the world in an increasingly sustainable way. Productivity in the field is one of the pillars of this transformation. Farmers like Lauro Andrade, from Sumaré (SP), have adopted high-efficiency inputs to improve the quality of crops and increase production. On his property, two million tomato plants are cultivated in 200 hectares, with results that reflect the positive impact of new technologies. "There are so many innovations that we have managed to increase productivity, work with more safety, and deliver a better product to our consumer,” ...