In a historic step that strengthens Brazil’s role in global agricultural discussions, the Brazilian Confederation of Agriculture and Livestock (CNA) has officially joined the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO). The confirmation occurred during a high-level meeting in Rome, held at the WFO headquarters on April 3, with the presence of key leaders from both institutions.
“CNA joins other organizations representing farmers and livestock producers around the world in a single voice defending our interests”, said Sueme Mori, CNA’s Director of International Relations.
Andrea Porro, WFO’s Secretary General, welcomed Mori at the organization’s headquarters. “Having the CNA with us is fantastic. Brazil plays a very important role in the world, hosts many important events and has drawn up very relevant policies and decisions, especially in agriculture” said Porro. The next step is to co-create solutions for global challenges: “We want to work together on the sector’s challenges to find joint solutions for rural producers, using the knowledge of CNA and our members.”
CNA’s membership in the WFO opens new pathways for knowledge exchange, access to international markets, and engagement in global policy discussions impacting agriculture. From climate-smart practices to rural development and biodiversity, Brazilian farmers now have a voice in some of today’s most critical conversations, according to a press release.
Through participation in WFO working groups, task forces, and international events, Brazilian representatives can contribute to and learn from a global network of peers, share successful case studies from Brazil, and collaborate on major international agricultural initiatives.
Founded in 2011, the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) is a global, member-based association that unites national farmers’ organizations and agricultural cooperatives. Its mission is to advocate for farmers’ interests on the international stage. With Brazil ranking among the world’s top food producers and exporters, CNA brings valuable expertise in tropical agriculture, innovation, and sustainable large-scale production to the WFO network.
The recent meeting in Rome marks the beginning of a proactive partnership, with delegates set to discuss joint initiatives in the lead-up to major global forums. CNA’s membership also opens the door to new collaborations between Brazilian producers and international stakeholders — including NGOs, research institutions, and global agricultural networks within the WFO ecosystem.
