Mapping and Advances of Agtechs in Brazil

(Center for Agricultural Sciences, Federal University of São Carlos, Brazil)

Abstract: This research aimed to map Agtechs in Brazil and describe their areas of operation. It analyzed data from the Agtech Startups Brazil Censuses of 2016 and 2018, employing an explanatory bibliographic research methodology. It was noted that Agtechs, despite representing only 4% of the market, are strongly linked to the agribusiness sector, which accounts for about 25.5% of Brazil’s GDP. The largest concentration of startups is found in São Paulo, followed by Minas Gerais and Paraná, and the areas of operation that experienced the most growth were those involving information and communication technologies. It was concluded that Agtechs have the potential to transform the agricultural sector, contributing to improvements in productivity and a reduction in environmental and social costs associated with the production process. These results can guide future research and public policies aimed at the agricultural sector and technological innovation.

Key words: agriculture 4.0, agribusiness, Brazilian landscape, information technologies

JEL codes: M210, O32, O33