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Expointer 2026 highlights livestock genetics and family farming support
The 49th Expointer in Esteio, Rio Grande do Sul, serves as a major hub for agricultural innovation, livestock excellence, and policy discussions. The event features significant advancements in livestock genetics, highlighted by the launch of the PampaPlus 2026 Summary by the Brazilian Hereford and Braford Association (ABHB) in partnership with Embrapa Pecuária Sul. This tool provides essential genetic data to assist breeders in herd planning.
In the livestock competition sector, Fazenda Sonho e Realidade achieved major success, securing both Grand Champion and Grand Champion titles for the Simental breed. Meanwhile, the Regional Council of Veterinary Medicine (CRMV-RS) emphasized the critical role of veterinary and zootechnical professionals in ensuring animal health and sanitary security during the fair.
On the policy and social front, the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Family Farming (MDA) announced R$ 375 million in new resources for the National Program for Strengthening Family Farming (Pronaf) to support land reform settlers. This comes amid discussions raised by Fetraf-RS regarding the pressures facing family farmers, including high input costs and extreme weather events. The fair continues to act as a vital intersection for large-scale agribusiness and sustainable family farming practices.
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Assis Brasil Exhibition Park · Bayer · CRMV-RS · Esteio · Expointer
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Expointer 2026 is being held from August 29 to September 6 at the Assis Brasil Exhibition Park. eaemaq.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Expointer fair relies on the technical work of veterinarians and zootechnicians for animal health and production. poa24horas.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bayer served as a main sponsor for the Trilha Agro South Summit Brazil during the event. eaemaq.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bayer participated in a panel discussing biotechnology, including biologicals, genetic editing, and precision inputs. eaemaq.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The event features more than 500 family farming exhibitors.