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    Embrapa is an innovation-driven company that focuses on the generation of knowledge and technology for Brazilian agriculture

    The Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation (Embrapa), under the aegis of the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA), was established in 1973 to develop the technological foundation for a genuinely tropical model of agriculture and animal farming. The initiative has been tasked with providing Brazil with food security and a leading position in the international market for food, fiber and energy.

    In order to meet such continuous challenge, in permanent dialogue with farmers, scientific organizations and both government and civil leaders, Embrapa is guided by the following tenets:

    • scientific excellence in agricultural research,
    • crops and livestock production efficiency and quality,
    • environmental sustainability
    • social aspects,
    • partnerships with the production sector.

  • Mission

    To create research, development and innovation solutions to ensure the sustainability of agriculture, for the benefit of Brazilian society.

     

     

  • Vision

    To be a protagonist and essential partner in the generation and use of knowledge for the sustainable development of Brazilian agriculture.

Values Values

The values that are placed on Embrapa and staff's practices and behavior are:

  • 1. Reliability and Integrity

    We are reliable because we cultivate and practice ethical and moral commitment in all of our activities, providing integrity to our company.

  • 2. Respect

    We are open to the new and we believe both in personal and professional growth based on respect for diversity of people and opinions.

  • 3. Cooperation

    We aim to interact with all the strata that generate knowledge and technology and respective beneficiaries by generating impact through the technologies developed by us and our partners.

  • 4. Innovation

    We seek creative and innovative solutions that add value to the products and services that we develop.

  • 5. Excellence

    We are commited to our work and make efforts to deliver high-quality results.

  • 6. Social-environmental responsibility

    We aim to leverage socioeconomic welfare in harmony with the environment through innovative knowledge and solutions that contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Pillars of Embrapa 50+ Pillars of Embrapa 50+

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    Strategies for the future

    This is the beginning of a new stage of our activities. Here you will find some of the challenges that will mobilize our efforts in the next 50 years. You can also learn about innovations and new technologies that will soon be part of our everyday lives. A result of joint work with many partners that you can check out now!

  • Lançamento do Embrapa 50+

    Entre os dias 25 e 27 de abril, a Embrapa abriu suas portas para apresentar um novo ciclo, marcado pela comemoração do seu aniversário de 51 anos. O evento realizado em Brasília contou com exposição de tecnologias, lançamentos e experiências sensoriais. Também foi uma oportunidade para a discussão dos temas que vão pautar a estratégia da Empresa para os próximos 50 anos.
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