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  • The Cuiabá River runs through the capital city of Mato Grosso, just north of the Pantanal and south of one of Brazil’s major agricultural districts. © Sean McMahon
  • Conservancy staff join other Field to Market members including Bunge, Cargill, General Mills, Monsanto and Iowa Soybean Assoc. to meet with local farmers. © Sean McMahon
  • A local farmer near Santarém explains efforts to protect the primary forests that extend beyond the cropland and how agribusinesses can help. © Sean McMahon
  • View from an observation tower in National Forest Tapajós near Santarém, home to indigenous peoples and a diversity of wildlife. © Sean McMahon
  • In the town of Lucas do Rio Verde, Field to Market members learn about Mano Julio Farm and its sustainable soybeans, corn and livestock. © Sean McMahon
  • Among many sustainable sites on the itinerary, participants tour Fiagril biodiesel plant. © Sean McMahon
  • Beyond the trip’s agricultural focus, the Great Rivers Partnership seeks to engage Brazil in a global network of river experts to share challenges and best practices. © Sean McMahon
Brazil: 360 Degrees
GRP Scopes Out Brazil for Application of Field to Market Index