Mato Grosso State Fair of Family Farming and Rural Tourism Kicks Off in Caceres

Strategic Insights -

The state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, has launched the State Fair of Family Farming and Rural Tourism, also known as Feaftur, in the city of Caceres. The fair, part of the International Sport Fishing Festival (Fipe) program, aims to promote family farming and rural tourism as alternative sources of income. The event started on Wednesday, August 6, with an exhibition of local products, such as cheeses, sweets, and handicrafts. The Mato Grosso State Secretariat for Family Agriculture (Seaf-MT) has been carrying out an institutional agenda to strengthen public policies for the sector.

Key Takeaways:

  • The State Fair of Family Farming and Rural Tourism (Feaftur) was launched on August 6 in Caceres, Mato Grosso, Brazil.
  • The fair is part of the International Sport Fishing Festival (Fipe) program and aims to promote family farming and rural tourism as alternative sources of income.
  • The event features an exhibition of local products, including cheeses, sweets, and handicrafts.
  • The Mato Grosso State Secretariat for Family Agriculture (Seaf-MT) has carried out an institutional agenda to strengthen public policies for the sector.
  • Seaf Secretary Andreia Fujioka met with farmers and representatives from the Federal Institute of Mato Grosso (IFMT) to discuss access to public policies, marketing, and technical support.
  • The fair is promoted by the Government of Mato Grosso, through Seaf and Empaer, and aims to value the role of small producers and encourage the consumption of healthy foods.

Statistics:

  • The fair started on August 6 and will run until the completion of the International Sport Fishing Festival (Fipe).
  • The event features an exhibition of local products from Mato Grosso.
  • Over 20 farmers and their associations participated in a meeting with Seaf Secretary Andreia Fujioka to discuss public policies and support.
  • The Federal Institute of Mato Grosso (IFMT) has a campus in Caceres and is working with the Government of Mato Grosso to strengthen family farming in the region.

Sources:

  • Mato Grosso State Secretariat for Family Agriculture (Seaf-MT)
  • Government of Mato Grosso
  • Empaer