Partnership Between Sergipe Government and Banco do Nordeste Promotes Sustainable Corn Production in Sergipe

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In Sergipe, Brazil, a partnership between the Government of Sergipe and Banco do Nordeste (BNB) has been implemented to provide technical assistance to corn farmers. The Technical Cooperation Agreement aims to improve corn crop management, increase productivity, and reduce the need for Proagro agricultural insurance. Emdagro, the Sergipe Agricultural Development Company, provides services throughout the entire production cycle, from soil preparation and planting to harvest.

Key Takeaways:

  • The partnership between the Government of Sergipe, Emdagro, and BNB aims to provide systematic and continuous support to farmers benefiting from rural credit in corn production.
  • The assistance covers the entire production cycle, including soil preparation, fertilizer application, planting, pest and disease control, and harvesting.
  • The agreement also provides for training and development of Emdagro's technical team, with a focus on proper soil use and conservation and fertilization.
  • Monitoring includes visits at strategic stages of cultivation, such as post-emergence, flowering, fruiting, and pre-harvest.
  • The initiative has the potential to reduce the risk of losses and strengthen regional agriculture, especially in drought years.
  • Some 300 farmers will receive this support in 2025 alone.

Statistics:

  • 300 farmers will receive technical assistance in 2025.
  • Emdagro provides services throughout the entire production cycle.
  • Three technical reports will be issued at different stages of the crop.
  • The partnership aims to reduce the need for Proagro agricultural insurance.

Sources:

  • "Parceria entre Governo e Banco do Nordeste garante assistência técnica personalizada a agricultores de milho em Sergipe" (news release from the Government of Sergipe).