Como calcular o preço do ATR?

Summary

In this technical yet approachable video, Botão explains how to calculate the price of sugarcane using the ATR (Açúcar Total Recuperável) system. He breaks down the industrial process, losses, and conversions required to determine how much sugar and ethanol can be produced per ton of cane. Using practical examples, he demonstrates step-by-step calculations to convert product prices into a fair payout for producers, factoring in production shares and market mixes. The video simplifies complex formulas and industry rules, providing clarity on the economic relationship between sugarcane producers and processing mills, making it invaluable for stakeholders in the sugar-energy sector.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video explains how to calculate the price of sugarcane using the ATR (Total Recoverable Sugar) method.
• 😀 ATR (Açúcar Total Recuperável) is a unit used to measure the sugar content that can be recovered from sugarcane after processing.
• 😀 The payment system for sugarcane differs from other agricultural products; producers share revenue based on the final product rather than a fixed price per raw material.
• 😀 The processing of sugarcane involves losses, and the amount of sugar and ethanol produced depends on the ATR and conversion factors.
• 😀 Conversion factors specify how many kilograms of ATR are required to produce 1 kg of sugar or 1 liter of ethanol.
• 😀 Prices of sugar and ethanol are initially expressed per ton or per cubic meter but need to be converted to reais per kilogram of ATR for calculations.
• 😀 The final price received by the producer is calculated by weighting the products’ prices according to their production mix and multiplying by the producer's share (around 60%).
• 😀 The video provides step-by-step examples showing how to calculate the amount of ethanol or sugar produced from one ton of sugarcane based on ATR.
• 😀 The calculation involves unit conversions, proportional allocation of revenue, and the use of average industry indicators provided by institutions like Consecana.
• 😀 Understanding these calculations helps producers and industry stakeholders see how revenue is distributed and clarifies the relationship between sugarcane quality, product yield, and payment.

Q & A

What is ATR and why is it important in sugarcane commercialization?

ATR stands for 'Açúcar Total Recuperável' or Total Recoverable Sugar. It is a unit of measurement used to determine the amount of sugar that can be extracted from sugarcane and is essential for calculating payments to producers based on the sugar content of their cane.

How does the payment system for sugarcane differ from other agricultural products?

Unlike crops like soy, corn, or milk, where the producer sells the product and bears the full gain or loss, sugarcane producers are treated like co-owners of the processed product. The revenue from sugar and ethanol sales is shared between the producer and the processing mill according to predetermined percentages.

What is the typical revenue split between the producer and the mill?

Typically, the producer receives around 60% of the revenue generated from the processed products, while the mill retains about 40%.

How are the conversion factors for sugar and ethanol calculated?

Conversion factors are established through technical studies and represent how many kilograms of ATR are needed to produce 1 kg of sugar or 1 liter of ethanol. For example, producing 1 kg of white sugar may require 1.0453 kg of ATR, while 1 liter of ethanol may require 1.7492 kg of ATR.

How is the final price of ATR per kilogram determined?

The price per kilogram of ATR is calculated by dividing the selling price of sugar or ethanol by the respective conversion factor. This converts the market price into a value per unit of recoverable sugar.

What role does the mix of products play in calculating ATR value?

The mix refers to the proportion of sugar and ethanol actually produced and sold from the processed cane. It affects the weighted average price of ATR, as different products have different prices and conversion factors.

How do you calculate the payment to the producer for a ton of sugarcane?

First, calculate the weighted ATR price based on the product mix. Then, multiply by the producer's participation percentage (around 60%). Finally, multiply by the kilograms of ATR per ton of cane (average 135 kg) to get the payment per ton of sugarcane.

Why is it necessary to convert prices from per ton or per cubic meter to per kilogram or liter of ATR?

This conversion standardizes the prices to the actual recoverable sugar content, allowing an accurate calculation of the producer's share, independent of the final form or volume of the processed product.

What are some typical losses in the industrial processing of sugarcane?

During processing, some sugar content is lost, typically around 8.5% depending on the process. This is accounted for in the ATR calculation to ensure fair remuneration for the producer.

Who establishes the technical indicators and conversion factors used in these calculations?

The technical indicators and conversion factors are established by Consecana, a specialized group composed of producers and mills, based on extensive studies of industrial processing yields and product quality.

Why is it important for producers to understand the ATR calculation system?

Understanding the ATR system allows producers to accurately estimate their revenue, assess the financial outcomes of their production, and make informed decisions about cane quality and production strategies.

How does the system account for variations in sugar and ethanol prices?

The system uses a weighted average approach based on the mix of products sold. If more ethanol is sold than sugar, the ATR price reflects the higher influence of ethanol's market price, ensuring fair revenue distribution.