In the last three years, Brazil has witnessed a dramatic rise in farmland prices, nearly doubling to R$ 55,000 (USD 11,000) per hectare by the end of 2023. This spike reflects a worldwide increase in agricultural commodity prices and a significant expansion of farming areas within the country. Even after adjusting for inflation, prices saw […]
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