In 2023, Brazil’s agribusiness industry hit an all-time high in employment, reaching 28.34 million jobs, Cepea and CNA report. This 1.2% year-on-year increase sets a new record in the sector’s job creation history since 2012, capturing 26.8% of national employment. Significant employment boosts came from the agroservices and inputs sectors, growing 8.4% and 5.1%, respectively. […]
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