Colheita do arroz na fazenda São josé no município de Arari

Summary

The transcript explores the rice harvest process in Maranhão, Brazil, focusing on the techniques, machinery, and types of rice cultivated. A farmer discusses the advanced equipment used, such as modern harvesters and tractors, which help increase efficiency and productivity. The conversation touches on rice varieties like 'Campeiro' and 'Pan Pera,' and their local consumption in Maranhão. The farmer also shares his personal journey, having adapted to the region for over 25 years, while emphasizing the importance of sustainability and family traditions in agriculture, including using cattle for post-harvest grazing.

Takeaways

• 😀 The rice harvest in Brazil is progressing well, with 79% of the national harvest coming from the five main producing states: Goiás, Santa Catarina, Tocantins, Rio Grande do Sul, and Maranhão.
• 😀 By November 13th, the harvest reached 73.6%, a significant increase from the previous week's 66.8%.
• 😀 The farmer in Maranhão has advanced the rice harvest due to favorable weather conditions, specifically early rains that hastened the process.
• 😀 The farmer harvests rice varieties with a cycle of around 90 days, with yields varying from 150 to 200 sacks per hectare.
• 😀 Newer rice varieties, such as the Campeiro and Ponteiro, are being tested and have shown good results in terms of quality and grain weight.
• 😀 Rice harvested on this farm is primarily sold within Maranhão, particularly in the Baixada Maranhense region, and also to industries like Camil in Itapecuru-Mirim.
• 😀 The farm also integrates livestock production with cattle grazing on the rice fields after harvest, utilizing the residual rice plants as feed.
• 😀 The farmer operates modern agricultural machinery, including two TC 5090 harvesters and John Deere tractors, ensuring efficient operations.
• 😀 Approximately 10 people are involved in the harvest process, demonstrating the scale of the operation.
• 😀 The farmer has been in Maranhão for 25 years, originally from the south of Brazil, and has established a successful operation with both rice farming and cattle production.
• 😀 Despite the challenges faced in the past, the farmer now expresses satisfaction with the current state of the rice industry in Maranhão, highlighting the significant improvements over time.

Q & A

What are the main rice-producing states mentioned in the script?

The main rice-producing states mentioned are Goiás, Santa Catarina, Tocantins, Rio Grande do Sul, and Maranhão, which together account for 79% of Brazil's rice harvest.

What was the percentage of rice harvested by November 13, according to the data provided?

By November 13, 73.6% of the rice had been harvested, compared to 66.8% in the previous week and 58.7% in the same period of 2019.

How does the rainfall impact the rice harvest in Maranhão?

The rain caused the rice harvest to be advanced in Maranhão, with farmers needing to harvest early to avoid losing the rice, as it tends to fall to the ground when too wet.

What is the typical cycle length for the rice grown in Maranhão?

The typical cycle length for the rice grown in Maranhão is 90 days, although it can vary, with some rice reaching up to 150 kilograms per hectare.

What is the 'Campeiro' rice mentioned in the script?

The 'Campeiro' rice is a new variety planted by the farmer. It is known for its good grain quality, heavy weight, and being highly valued in the market.

How is the rice from this farm marketed and sold?

The rice is mainly sold locally within Maranhão, with buyers in the Baixada Maranhense region and an industry in Itapecuru-Mirim. Some rice is also sold in its husk, and the farm processes and sells it to small industries.

How does the farm manage its land after the rice harvest?

After the rice harvest, the farm uses the remaining rice stalks as feed for cattle, integrating livestock management into the rice farming process.

What kind of equipment does the farm use for rice harvesting?

The farm uses modern equipment such as TC 5090 harvesters and John Deere tractors. The machinery is efficient, allowing the farm to produce a high yield of rice.

How many people are involved in the rice harvest on the farm?

Around 10 people are involved in the rice harvest on the farm, helping with various tasks related to the harvesting process.

What challenges did the farm face in the past with rice production?

The farm faced many challenges in the past, including difficult phases in the rice market. However, the farmer is now satisfied with the current state of production and the pricing of rice.