Brazil: High risk in the bean harvest in Paraná

The Brazilian Institute of Beans and Pulses (Ibrafe) warns of the challenges faced by farmers in Paraná during the current bean harvest. Since September, frequent rains have made harvesting difficult, especially for those who grow beans that darken quickly and do not have access to cold storage facilities. The situation is worrying: the risk of loss for these producers reaches 80%. The pressure of high costs, driven by the rise in the dollar, also impacts the viability of cultivation. One producer, cited by Ibrafe, decided to sell his harvest in the midst of the crisis, but is already considering abandoning the bean crop, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. Ibrafe emphasizes that success in agriculture depends on detailed planning and strategic decisions. Producers who invest in slow-browning beans or have storage facilities with cold storage are better able to face adverse weather and market conditions. On the other hand, those without this infrastructure must be ...