Rapid and integrated agriculture risk anangement review for Brazil: towards an integrated vision

Agribusiness, without a doubt, plays a very relevant role in Brazilian society. The sector produces more than US$7 billion in exports, representing close to 46% of the total exports
of the country and, thus, contributes significantly to Brazil’s trade surplus. The numbers of the agribusiness sector’s contribution to the economy are notable, with close to 23% of
total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and 33% of total employment.
That contribution goes beyond the national level, contributing to supply an everincreasing food demand globally. A practical example is that by 2050 the global population will reach 9.5 billion, or 35% more than today. In addition, agriculture production will need to increase by 80%, opening opportunities for Brazil to become the largest producer and
exporter of food globally. At present, the country is the second largest exporter of food, but projections put it in first place during the coming decade

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