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Local Farmers Fight Deforestation, Seek Sustainable Solutions

3/18/2025

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In Pará, Brazil, resilient locals battle agribusiness and rampant deforestation in their quest for sustainable farming. Initiatives like PDS Brasília offer hope, yet support from banks and the government remains elusive. Farmers like Mariana and Miguel confront daunting challenges, while larger entrepreneurs like Gustavo effortlessly secure financing, highlighting a troubling economic model that favors cattle and mining over sustainability.

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Story summary

In Pará, Brazil, resilient locals battle agribusiness and rampant deforestation in their quest for sustainable farming. Initiatives like PDS Brasília offer hope, yet support from banks and the government remains elusive. Farmers like Mariana and Miguel confront daunting challenges, while larger entrepreneurs like Gustavo effortlessly secure financing, highlighting a troubling economic model that favors cattle and mining over sustainability.