The latest Agricultural Bulletin by Epagri/Cepa points to a growth forecast of the wheat crop in Santa Catarina, which can grow by 79%. If the weather allows, the volume can surpass 307,000 tons. The planting area has already been sown. It is 60% larger than last year, going from 58.4 thousand to 93.2 thousand hectares. The average output is also expected to rise, with an estimated increase of 12%. Low temperatures and frost have not caused significant damage to the harvest. One possible problem, however, could be the lack of rain, if drought continues in September and October. This could substantially harm the harvest. Since the beginning of August, wheat prices have risen again, after a negative variation of 1.8% in July. The recent increase is boosted by the rise in corn prices, as well as the decrease in the corn crop in the south of the country, and the increase in meat exports.
Sources: Agro Universe/DATAGRO (*Translated by Ia Niani)