Author: Press Room

On September 28, 2024, Salto will become the meeting point for rural youth in Uruguay with the celebration of the 4th National Rural Youth Meeting. Organized by the Honorary Commission of Rural Youth (CHJR) in the framework of Rural Youth Day, the main objective of this event is to make visible the realities of young people in rural areas and create a space for dialogue and reflection on their challenges and aspirations. Main objectives Celebrate and give recognition to youth on their day. To identify and celebrate the differences of rural youth. To generate spaces...

Agro-ecological initiative of the CANASTA Cooperative A few days ago, the CANASTA Cooperative (acronym of Centro Alternativo de Abastecimiento Soberano Terapéutico Agroecológico) de Responsabilidad Limitada held a significant training activity within the framework of the Transformadoras project, promoted by the Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP) and the Instituto Plan Agropecuario (Plan Agropecuario Institute). The purpose of the call for proposals is to support women's groups in the development of transformative initiatives by means of an economic subsidy. In its second edition, the project has brought together women from different departments to promote egg production in rural areas of Uruguay. Training and collaboration in key...

In the fertile area of western Canelones, identified with fruit and vegetable production, a group of producers is leading the AGROTIC project, a pioneering initiative that promises to change the local agricultural landscape. It is presented by the Cooperativa Agraria Limitada de Productores de Canelones (CALPRODEC), which is at the forefront of integrating digital technologies to improve efficiency and sustainability in family agricultural production. Innovation and development in family farming At a recent session of the Rural Development Board of Western Canelones, it presented its ambitious AGROTIC project, focused on adapting digital solutions to improve the efficiency and sustainability of family farming....

In the quest for a diet that promotes gut health, the choice between natural and processed foods plays a crucial role. Artisanal cheeses such as cottage, cheddar and Swiss are not only delicious, but also offer significant benefits for keeping our intestines in optimal condition. This claim is based on information provided by the Mayo Clinic and the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). Light, probiotic cheese Cottage cheese, which is characterized by its fresh texture and low fat content, is an excellent choice for...

Financial support for family farming In order to strengthen family farming in our country, the Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP) has launched the National Family Farming Plan. This comprehensive initiative seeks not only to support small producers, but also to promote sustainable agricultural practices that benefit the environment and local communities. One of the cornerstones of this plan is the subsidized credit offered by the National Development Agency (ANDE). This credit is specially designed for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the agricultural sector, enabling them to access financing...

Punta del Este, Uruguay. The Latin American Poultry Congress will celebrate its twenty-eighth edition in Uruguay (Ovum 2024). This international event will be held November 12-15, 2024 at the Punta del Este Convention & Exhibition Center, marking the first time Uruguay hosts this important meeting. With the participation of more than 3,000 attendees, the congress promises to be a platform for exchange and development for the poultry industry. Ovum 2024 is being organized by the Latin American Poultry Association (ALA), which brings together the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, the Caribbean...

Montevideo, Uruguay. The third edition of the "Sustainable Uruguay" Expo has kicked off with the participation of the Vice President of the Republic, Beatriz Argimón, together with the Minister of the Environment, Robert Bouvier, and the Undersecretary Gerardo Amarilla, among other national, departmental and municipal authorities. This event, organized by the Ministry of Environment (MA), has as its main objective to promote sustainable development and encourage environmental care in the country. A space for innovation and environmental learning The Expo "Uruguay Sostenible", which will be held from June 6 to 9 at the Antel Arena, is presented as a space for...

Montevideo, Uruguay. With the commitment to support the country's dairy producers, Law No. 20,273 has been approved, which authorizes the F.F.D.S.A.L. (Fondo Lechero) to provide non-refundable assistance to those producers who have remitted to dairy plants up to 1,095,000 liters of milk in 2023. Dairy Fund financial assistance eligibility requirements The assistance is intended for producers who are active as of May 24, 2024, and whose principal income is from milk referrals. The process for accessing this benefit includes the collection of information from both the dairy industry and the...

La Bulle Bleue, a pioneer in the manufacture of flavored pearls (or fusion bubbles) in Canada, offers a diverse range of flavors for lovers of bubble tea, which also has other culinary applications. From classic to exotic, each bubble bursts with the intense flavor of fruit juice, providing a singular sensory experience. With the highest quality ingredients, including natural fruits sourced from Canadian fields and orchards, the company guarantees an explosion of flavor in every sip or tasting. Which flavor do you prefer? Among a wide variety of available flavors, we mention the following:...

Within the framework of SIAL Canada 2024, Portal Agroalimentario shares this first video capsule (subtitled) with the word to one of the exhibitors protagonists of the prestigious international exhibition. We are referring to Robert Frot, former pastry chef, who is also founder and president of the Canadian company ABC Emballuxe, whose commercial activity began in 1988. Minutes before the interview, Robert Frot received the news that his company had won first prize in the Packaging category of the SIAL Innovation space. Our media went to the company's kiosk at the time of the interview....