Government allocates R$ 7.18 billion from Funcafé for 2025/2026 crop

The resources will support different stages of the coffee production chain. Applications are planned for production costs, commercialization, coffee acquisition through the Coffee Acquisition Financing (FAC), working capital for industries and cooperatives, and a specific line for recovering damaged coffee plantations. According to the president of the National Coffee Council (CNC), Silas Brasileiro, there is no risk regarding the release of resources. "In recent days, we have seen much speculation that there would be changes in government rules for Fund resource application, such as Funcafé. This is not true. The R$ 7.18 billion are guaranteed," he stated. The new ordinance also introduces rules for redirecting funds between credit lines or financial institutions. Resources not used up to 40% can be transferred to operators that have executed above 60% of the authorized amount. The measure seeks greater agility in responding to demands, including in cases of adverse climate ...