Weather conditions cause a reduction in the wheat harvest projection in São Paulo, Brazil

Published 2024년 6월 24일

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The São Paulo wheat harvest in Brazil is expected to decline due to hot and dry climate conditions, with temperatures increasing by 2.52°C above the average for 2023, leading to water deficits, Blasone on the leaves, and attacks by caterpillars. This situation is causing challenges for both production and quality of the crop. Despite these challenges, Brazil's wheat, known for its high protein content, is highly regarded in the global market. The main wheat markets, including China, Europe, the United States, and Argentina, are also facing their own challenges such as high domestic prices, production below previous years, and sanctions impacting exchange rates and financial instruments use. Argentina is expected to increase its planting by 25% from the previous year, with a potential harvest of over 21 million tons.

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Due to the hot and dry climate – contrary to expectations for the period of the year – expectations for the next São Paulo wheat harvest are expected to decline. According to information presented on the morning of June 20, during the meeting of the São Paulo Wheat Sector Chamber, in Capão Bonito (SP), regional production will require resilience from the producer. According to the president of the Chamber, Nelson Montagna, the scenario represents a clear and direct picture of the coming months: “At the last meeting we had already thought about a smaller harvest and it is being confirmed, that is, from now on the biggest problem , both for production and industry, is knowing what will be harvested in terms of quantity and quality of the cereal”. Photos: Disclosure/Sindustrigo Regarding the climate, the year 2024 has already registered an increase of 2.52°C above the 2023 average – which was at the limit considered safe for planting. This change in temperature, as highlighted by the ...

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