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Bahia's Family Farming Takes Center Stage at International Congress on Functional Nutrition

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Bahia's family farming will take center stage at the International Congress on Functional Nutrition, considered the largest event in the world in this field. The event, held from September 18th to 20th in Sao Paulo, will bring together experts, renowned chefs, and innovative brands promoting healthier and more sustainable eating. Bahia's family farm products, such as corn flakes, grape juice, cereal bars, and nut mix, will be showcased at the Frei Caneca Shopping Mall. The state's family farming will also be highlighted in the scientific program, with CAR participating in a lecture on initiatives combining sustainability, innovation, and income generation for thousands of families in the semi-arid region.

Key Takeaways:

  • The International Congress on Functional Nutrition will take place from September 18th to 20th in Sao Paulo, featuring Bahia's family farm products as a main attraction.
  • The Bahian stand will showcase a variety of products, including corn flakes from Copirece, grape juice from Cooperparaiso, cereal bars from Coopaita, and nut mix from Cooperacaju.
  • The event will include the recognition of quality, with Bahia's family farm products receiving the VP Seal, awarded by VP College.
  • The participation of Bahian cooperatives is made possible by the Regional Development and Action Company (CAR), linked to the Secretariat of Rural Development (SDR).
  • The Bahian presence will also extend to the Green Kitchen-Cozinha Show, a space dedicated to culinary workshops and discussion groups, featuring live cooking sessions with renowned chefs.
  • CAR will participate in the lecture "Bahia Government Projects: Standing Caatinga - Family Farming Connected with Foodservice," presenting initiatives that combine sustainability, innovation, and income generation.

Statistics:

  • The International Congress on Functional Nutrition is considered the largest event in the world in this field.
  • Bahia's family farm products will include corn flakes, grape juice, cereal bars, and nut mix.
  • 4 cooperatives from Bahia will participate in the event: Copirece, Cooperparaiso, Coopaita, and Cooperacaju.
  • The VP College will award the VP Seal to Bahia's family farm products.
  • CAR has been investing in Bahian cooperatives since the production base, through agro-industrialization to commercialization.

Sources:

  • https://www.ba.gov.br/noticias/373486/agricultura-familiar-da-bahia-marca-presenca-no-maior-congresso-de-nutricao-funcional-do-mundo

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