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Rondônia reaffirmed its potential in the foreign trade scenario with the passage of the Agro Exporter Caravan through the state last Wednesday (20). The event, promoted by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) in partnership with the State Secretariat for Economic Development of Rondônia (Sedec), brought together approximately 100 participants, including authorities such as the acting governor of Rondônia, Sérgio Gonçalves, rural producers, businesspeople and industry experts, to discuss expansion strategies and international business opportunities.
The Secretary of Commerce and International Relations of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply, Luís Rua, highlighted the importance of the initiative to boost agribusiness in Rondônia. “Rondônia exported more than US$2.6 billion in 2024, representing 1.51 million tons of Brazilian agricultural exports. These figures show great growth potential. The Caravan aims to connect local producers to the global market, offering knowledge and tools to expand their businesses,” he said.
During the event, representatives from Mapa, MDIC, ApexBrasil, Banco do Brasil, Sicoob, Invest Rondônia and Faperon presented solutions for financing, training and access to new markets. The discussions addressed strategic sectors for the local economy, such as fish, coffee, cocoa, honey and dairy products, expanding the prospects for the international insertion of these production chains.
In the afternoon, the State Secretary for Economic Development, Avelino Trindade, received Secretary Rua and representatives of the export sector for a meeting aimed at strengthening foreign trade and the growth of the state's economy.
The closing of the activities was marked by a visit to the fishery company that has stood out for encouraging the consumption of the product in school meals for children in Rondônia, exemplifying the sector's potential to add value to the domestic market.
With an expanding agribusiness and an environment conducive to foreign trade, Rondônia is consolidating itself as one of the main agro-export hubs in the country.
The Agro Exporter Caravan is now heading to new strategic destinations:
Fruit Attraction São Paulo (March 25-27)
Safra Show – Lucas do Rio Verde (MT) (March 24th to 28th)
The initiative continues to pave the way for Brazilian producers, especially small and medium-sized ones, to start or expand their presence in the international market, further strengthening Brazil's image as one of the largest food providers to the world.
