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Mato Grosso agribusiness growth and El Niño climate risks

Overview

Mato Grosso’s economic momentum is increasingly defined by a highly technological agribusiness sector driving a shift in Brazil’s productivity toward the country’s interior. The state has emerged as a national leader, recording a Gross Agricultural Production Value (VBP) of R$216 billion. Recent trends show industrial expansion in Mato Grosso, creating an urgent need to train approximately 210,000 workers by 2027. In Mato Grosso do Sul, economic growth is outpacing the national average, supported by the cellulose industry and logistics via the Bioceanic Route.

However, these gains face intensifying risks from a strong El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to persist into early 2027. Meteorologists warn of extreme heat and irregular rainfall, increasing wildfire risks in the Cerrado and Pantanal. While Conab projects grain production to reach 366.6 million tons for the 2026/27 cycle, average productivity may decline due to climate volatility. In the South and Southeast, severe storms, heavy rainfall, and wind gusts up to 100 km/h have triggered orange alerts from the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet).

In response, Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture (Mapa) has launched an official information platform and established a permanent climate risk management nucleus to provide technical guidance. Regional authorities are also implementing preventive measures, such as reinforcing electrical grids in Pará and integrating climate prevention into highway contracts in São Paulo. Beyond agriculture, rising temperatures are linked to increased public health risks, including the accelerated development of the Aedes aegypti mosquito.

Entities

Mato Grosso · Brazil · Embrapa · André de Paula · Fecomércio-MT

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 20 SOURCES] The São Paulo Civil Defense issued an alert for heavy rains, lightning, strong winds, and possible hail in the state between February 13 and 15.
[● 18 SOURCES] Saturated soil from previous rainfall increases the risk of flooding, flash floods, and landslides.
[● 6 SOURCES] A cold front and a low-pressure area are causing weather instability across central and southern Brazil.
[● 6 SOURCES] Wind gusts in Paraná can reach speeds between 60 and 100 km/h.
[● 4 SOURCES] Rainfall accumulations in Paraná could reach between 100 and 200 mm by Friday.
[● 3 SOURCES] Ubatuba expects heavy rain and temperature drops due to a cold front.
[● 2 SOURCES] Forecasted instability in Paraná to persist until Friday, February 16, with moderate to heavy rainfall.
[● 2 SOURCES] In Jaguariaíva, Paraná, 30.6 mm of rain was recorded in the first three hours of Tuesday.
[○ 1 SOURCE] There is a 95% chance of a very strong El Niño episode between October and December 2026.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The El Niño phenomenon is expected to persist until the beginning of 2027.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Ministry of Agriculture launched an official page providing information and guidance on El Niño impacts on Brazilian agriculture and livestock.
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Ministry of Agriculture will create a permanent climate risk management nucleus.

Timeline

2 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
El Niño phenomenon impacts Brazil's health and livestock sectors
El Niño is driving climate variations in Brazil, increasing mosquito-borne disease risks in Pará de Minas and threatening livestock productivity through irregular rainfall and degraded pasture quality.
15 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 76 sources
Brazil weather: INMET issues orange alert for severe storms across six states
INMET has issued orange alerts for severe storms across six Brazilian states, warning of 100 km/h winds and heavy rain. Significant electrical activity and wind damage have already been reported in São Paulo.
15 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Brazil implements infrastructure measures to counter El Niño weather extremes
Brazilian authorities in Pará and São Paulo are launching infrastructure reinforcement plans to combat extreme weather and energy demand surges caused by the El Niño phenomenon.
22 days ago

[BUSINESS] 11 sources
Brazil prepares for strong El Niño impacts on agriculture
Brazil prepares for a very strong El Niño through 2027, with Inmet forecasting extreme weather. The government and agricultural sectors are implementing risk management and technical guidance to protect crops.
25 days ago

[BUSINESS] 9 sources
Brazil Ministry of Agriculture launches El Niño guidance platform
Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture launched a dedicated platform to help farmers manage climate risks and mitigate the impacts of El Niño on livestock and crop production.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 25 sources
Brazil agriculture faces climate risks and fertilizer cost concerns
Brazil's 2026/27 agricultural outlook shows projected grain growth and a record coffee harvest, despite risks from El Niño and high fertilizer costs.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 19 sources
Brazil faces economic growth and climate risks
Brazil faces a mix of economic expansion in its central-west region and severe climate risks from a strong El Niño, which threatens agriculture, water security, and regional stability through 2027.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 14 sources
Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul see economic growth
Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul face rapid economic growth, driving industrial expansion and a critical need to qualify 210,000 workers in Mato Grosso by 2027.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
Agribusiness growth drives exports and cattle markets in Brazil
Agribusiness in Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul shows strong growth, with beef exports in MS rising 47.9% and cattle replacement prices increasing in MT due to breeding stock retention.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
Mato Grosso records R$35 bn tax revenue and approves R$42 m health contracts
Mato Grosso's tax collection hit R$35 bn, eight days early, while the state health department approved R$42 m in contracts, mainly for furniture and medical services.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Mato Grosso adds 8,258 formal jobs in June, agriculture leads the surge
Mato Grosso created 8,258 formal jobs in June, led by agriculture (4,128 jobs). The state ranked third in proportional job growth nationwide, with men filling 76% of new positions.

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