The State of Goias

UPDATED: 23 JUN 22

Capital:
Goiânia

Population:
1,430,000

State Population:
6,610,000

Area:
340,111 km2 (131,317 mi²)

Slightly larger than the State of New Mexico

Slightly smaller than Germany

KORY MEBLY: Agriculture State of Goias Brazil

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AGRI IN DATA
INTRODUCTION: AGRI IN DATA is a Government of Goiás publication, provided by the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply of Goiás State (Seapa). The data collection and editing are under the responsibility of the Market Intelligence Management of the Superintendence of Sustainable and Rural Production, while the Communication Department is in charge of the graphic design, diagramming and reviewing. The photos in this edition are by the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) and Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa).

AG NOTES:

The state of Goias was the second largest exporter of soybeans; 5.2865 million tons in 2022.
Ranked 4th in soybean production.
Soybeans are exported via the Dry Port in Anápolis, Goiás by rail to the sea port in Vitória, the State of Espírito Santo, by inland river port of São Simon, Goiás to ports in the Southern part of Brazil and via truck to the Ports of Paranagua and Santos.
PLANTED AREA-SOYBEANS: 3.7 million hectares,

There are several soybean crusher operations and soybean industries in Goiás.
Brazilian leader in poultry production; 415.1 million chickens processed an increase of 2.1% in relation to 2019.
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AG NEWS:

23 JUN 22
Gross value of agricultural production in Goiás should be the 5th highest in the country. A new estimate from the Ministry of Agriculture indicates growth of 5.6% compared to last year, with emphasis on the performance of agriculture. Total State Gross Production should reach R$ 112 billion. (State Government notice)
16 JUN 22
The state of Goiás was the second largest exporter, with 5.2865 million tons. São Paulo exported 3.168 million tons and São Paulo, 1.352 million.

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