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Brazilian agriculture
The miracle of the cerrado
Aug 27th 2010, 17:31 by The Economist online
Our correspondents on how revolutionising farming has made Brazil the new corn belt of the world
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Many are saying that Brazil will be the world’s fifth-biggest power by the next decade. However, poverty and hunger still exists in Brazil. Now, with a new president, Brazil will have to focus on Education and transportation. With better tranportation system, Brazil will be able to export more and produce more agricultural products.
Looks like the Economist has inspired Brazil's politicians to play the fool. With the effective "re-patriation" of Brazil's agri-business what are Brazilian bond futures offering?
Do Brazilian agribusinesses have the capital to go it alone? Not likely!