In Roraima, sustainable palm oil cultivation has been a tool for recovering degraded areas. So far, 15,000 hectares of land have been restored, according to Grupo BBF (Brasil BioFuels), which works with the cultivation of the plant in the Amazon.
According to the Group, oil palm cultivation in Roraima has stood out for its ability to regenerate the soil, preserve local fauna and capture carbon. "Oil palm cultivation in degraded areas is a powerful tool for keeping the forest standing, while generating jobs and income, which are essential for the sustainability of the region," said Milton Steagall, CEO of Grupo BBF.
Brazilian legislation for palm cultivation is strict, allowing planting only in areas that were already degraded by 2007. Studies by Embrapa (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation) have identified more than 31 million hectares suitable for cultivation in the Amazon, including Roraima.
Agricultural activity is also useful for the production of biofuels and renewable energy, contributing to the country's energy transition. According to the CEO, palm oil contributes to second generation biofuels, such as SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) and Green Diesel.
The company's sustainable palm cultivation also captures around 800,000 tons of carbon annually, of which 729,000 tons in Pará and 71,000 tons in Roraima. "We protect more than 60,000 hectares of Legal Reserve Areas (RL) and Permanent Preservation Areas (APP), which annually store around 26.6 million tons of carbon in Pará and 3.1 million tons of carbon in Roraima," says Steagall.
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