Panel // Expanding International Trade: Strengthening Post‑Farm-Gate Infrastructure to Deliver Competitive Commodities Under the Mercosur–European Union Deal
- What investment opportunities will the Mercosur–EU trade deal unlock for South American producers and exporters, as well as for European companies entering the region? As trade dynamics shift, why should the world be looking to Brazil as one of the most promising destinations for agricultural investment?
- How can improvements in storage, processing, quality control and cold‑chain systems reduce losses and boost product competitiveness in premium export markets?
- What models can help small producers access better aggregation, transport and traceability solutions, and how can cooperatives and logistics innovators support equitable participation?
- How will Brazil’s tax reform and regulatory changes affect transport costs and export competitiveness, and which digital or infrastructure investments should leaders prioritize to build resilient and future-proof supply chains?
Chairperson