Welcome to this week’s Brazil AgTech Report. Curated news from the frontline of Brazil’s Agri-Climate Tech ecosystem
Summary
In Brazil AgTech news, Solaris Tech introduced a portable soil lab designed for small farmers, Grão Direto embeds AI into WhatsApp to accelerate grain trading, and Raízs is using predictive analytics to forecast demand and reduce waste across its organic supply chain. Rounding out the week, MAPA and Serpro launched a national digital platform to connect startups, researchers, and farmers across Brazil’s agricultural innovation ecosystem.
In Climate Tech developments, Esalq unveiled an AI model to measure soil carbon faster and cheaper, while SLC Agrícola expanded its regenerative certification program across 181,000 hectares. Development bank BNDES launched a digital platform to monitor Climate Fund projects, and Preservaland plans to use COP30 as a global showcase to raise US$2 million for its nature-based asset platform.
On the Funding and M&A front, AGBI and Tivio joined forces to launch a farmland investment fund blending productivity and ESG metrics, Sustainable Agro Solutions acquired Aqua do Brasil to scale its biologicals business, and Inpasa with Amaggi canceled a US$1.3 billion ethanol partnership in Mato Grosso amid shifting investment priorities.
In broader market moves, Belagrícola suspended grain contracts and payments amid credit pressures, while Citi forecasts a new wave of agribusiness IPOs in 2026 as capital markets reopen. Amaggi began operating a US$17 million waterway corridor linking Roraima to the Amazon’s export network, and Brazil’s cattle sector continued its quiet productivity revolution—producing more beef with the same herd size through genetics, nutrition, and data.
🧭 Table of Contents
AgTech
Solaris Tech launches portable soil lab for small farmers
Grão Direto brings AI to WhatsApp to speed up grain trading
Raízs uses AI to predict demand and double margins
MAPA and Serpro launch innovation platform for agribusiness
Climate Tech
Esalq develops AI method to simplify soil carbon measurement
SLC expands regenerative agriculture certification
BNDES launches platform to track Climate Fund projects
Preservaland targets COP30 to raise US$2 million
Funding & M&A
AGBI and Tivio create farmland investment fund
Sustainable Agro Solutions acquires Aqua do Brasil
Inpasa and Amaggi cancel US$1.3B partnership in Mato Grosso
Macro & Markets
Belagrícola suspends forward contracts and payments for 60 days
Citi forecasts agro-led IPO wave in 2026
Amaggi begins operating US$17M waterway corridor in the Amazon
Brazil’s cattle sector undergoes productivity revolution
AgTech
Solaris Tech launches portable soil lab for small farmers – AgTech startup Solaris Tech, based in Jundiaí (SP), has developed a compact, low-cost device that performs real-time soil analysis directly in the field. The “portable laboratory” measures fertility indicators such as pH, moisture, and organic matter within minutes, sending results to a mobile app. Designed for small and medium farmers, it reduces reliance on external labs and accelerates crop-management decisions. Solaris Tech is now seeking investment to scale production and distribution across Brazil. read more
Grão Direto brings AI to WhatsApp to speed up grain trading – Grain marketplace Grão Direto has integrated artificial intelligence into WhatsApp to simplify and accelerate negotiations between farmers and large trading companies. The new feature allows users to receive real-time price quotes, confirm deals, and track operations directly through chat, improving communication and reducing transaction time. The solution combines Grão Direto’s data platform with AI-based automation to make digital grain trading more accessible and efficient across Brazil’s interior. read more
Raízs uses AI to predict demand and double margins – Organic food startup Raízs has integrated artificial intelligence into its operations to forecast demand and optimize inventory, reducing waste and increasing profitability. The system analyzes sales, seasonality, and logistics data to fine-tune procurement from small farmers and delivery to consumers. CEO Eduardo Cury says the technology is helping Raízs expand efficiency across its network of more than 1,000 partner farms while improving product availability and freshness. read more
MAPA and Serpro launch innovation platform for agribusiness – The Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA) and federal data company Serpro unveiled a new digital platform to connect public and private actors in Brazil’s agri-innovation ecosystem. Announced during Mapa Conecta at the Festival Conecta AgroCeará, the platform will serve as a secure hub for startups, researchers, and companies to collaborate, access services, and share technological solutions. read more
Climate Tech
Esalq develops AI method to simplify soil carbon measurement – Researchers at the Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture (Esalq/USP) have developed a new method that uses artificial intelligence to estimate soil carbon levels faster and more accurately. The model analyzes thousands of soil samples and correlates them with satellite and environmental data, significantly reducing time and cost compared to traditional lab analysis. read more
SLC expands regenerative agriculture certification – Agribusiness giant SLC Agrícola has increased area under regenerative agriculture certification, to reach 181,000 hectares as part of its sustainability strategy through 2029. The company is adopting soil health and biodiversity indicators to monitor carbon balance and ecosystem restoration, aiming to align 70% with regenerative standards in the next four years. read more
BNDES launches platform to track Climate Fund projects – The National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) has introduced a digital platform to monitor projects financed by Brazil’s Climate Fund, coinciding with the Pre-COP event in Belém. The tool provides transparent data on financing, beneficiaries, and project progress across renewable energy, waste management, and sustainable agriculture initiatives. read more
Preservaland targets COP30 to raise US$2 million – Startup Preservaland plans to use COP30 as a platform to attract investors for its US$2 million funding round. The company develops digital solutions for forest monitoring and nature-based asset tokenization, creating transparent and verifiable conservation markets. Led by CEO Guilherme Santana, Preservaland incentivizes farmers to preserve native forest areas beyond the legal requirement, receiving payments from industries and infrastructure projects—such as real estate and road concessions—that need to offset deforestation. read more
Funding & M&A
AGBI and Tivio create farmland investment fund – Farmland specialist AGBI Real Assets and asset manager Tivio have joined forces to launch a new investment fund focused on acquiring degraded lands that can be recovered for agricultural use. AGBI brings its expertise in farmland management and sustainable production, while Tivio — a large asset manager with access to capital markets — provides the financial structure and investor base to scale the initiative. The partnership aims to combine operational know-how with institutional capital to unlock the productive potential of underused farmland in Brazil. read more
Sustainable Agro Solutions acquires Aqua do Brasil – Spanish company Sustainable Agro Solutions (SAS) has acquired Aqua do Brasil, expanding its footprint in Latin America. The deal strengthens SAS’s portfolio in biofertilizers and biostimulants, combining Aqua’s local production capacity and distribution network with SAS’s international R&D and product line. The move follows SAS’s global expansion strategy focused on sustainable inputs and positions Brazil as its main hub for the region’s growing biologicals market. read more
Inpasa and Amaggi cancel US$1.3B partnership in Mato Grosso – Bioenergy producer Inpasa and agribusiness giant Amaggi have suspended plans for a joint investment worth roughly US$1.3 billion in new industrial units in Mato Grosso. The partnership aimed to expand corn ethanol and byproduct production but was halted after disagreements over project terms and local infrastructure constraints. The decision disappointed municipalities expecting new jobs and tax revenue, highlighting volatility in large-scale agroindustrial investments. read more
Macro & Markets
Belagrícola suspends forward contracts and payments for 60 days – One of Brazil’s largest input distributors, Belagrícola, has temporarily suspended new forward grain contracts with farmers and payments to creditors for 60 days. The company cited liquidity challenges amid tight credit conditions and lower grain prices, while reaffirming its commitment to restructuring and normalizing operations. The suspension affects short-term settlements for grain purchases and supplier obligations but is expected to stabilize as the company renegotiates terms with partners. read more
Citi forecasts agro-led IPO wave in 2026 – Citi expects Brazil’s capital markets to reopen for IPOs in 2026, with agribusiness companies likely leading the charge. The bank highlights solid fundamentals in food and energy sectors, investor appetite for ESG-aligned assets, and easing interest rates as catalysts for new listings. Recent corporate restructuring and M&A activity across inputs, logistics, and food processing are seen as paving the way for the next generation of publicly traded agribusinesses. read more
Amaggi begins operating US$17M waterway corridor in the Amazon – Agribusiness leader Amaggi has launched operations at a new waterway logistics hub in Roraima, built with an investment of about US$17 million. The corridor will transport soybeans and other grains via the Branco and Negro rivers, connecting northern Brazil to export terminals in Amazonas. The project aims to reduce transport costs, ease highway congestion, and strengthen Amaggi’s multimodal logistics network across the Amazon basin. read more
Brazil’s cattle sector undergoes productivity revolution – Brazil’s beef industry is experiencing a structural transformation driven by genetics, nutrition, and data technologies. Over the past decade, the country’s herd size has remained stable while beef output rose by 25%, reflecting major efficiency gains. Producers are adopting precision feeding, digital traceability, and improved pasture management to boost yields and sustainability. Analysts see Brazil consolidating its leadership in global beef exports as it transitions from volume-driven to productivity-driven growth. read more
That’s all for this week, thanks for reading,
KFG
Kieran Finbar Gartlan is an Irish native with over 30 years of experience living and working in Brazil. He is Managing Partner at The Yield Lab Latam, a leading venture capital firm investing in Agrifood and Climate Tech startups across Latin America.