Top 10 Sustainable Farming Companies in Latin America - 2023

As the world grapples with climate change, soil degradation, and resource depletion, the agricultural sector is embracing innovative solutions to ensure long-term viability.

Precision agriculture has emerged as a game-changer, leveraging technology to optimize resource use and reduce environmental impact. Farmers are now equipped with advanced tools such as drones, sensors, and GPS technology to precisely monitor and manage their fields. This not only enhances productivity but also minimizes waste by targeting inputs like water, fertilizers, and pesticides where they are most needed. Regenerative agriculture is gaining traction as a holistic approach that goes beyond sustainable practices. It focuses on improving soil health, increasing biodiversity, and enhancing ecosystem services. By integrating cover crops, crop rotation, and reduced tillage, regenerative agriculture aims to restore and regenerate the natural fertility of the soil, mitigating the environmental degradation associated with conventional farming methods.

Agroforestry is a sustainable land management practice that combines agricultural crops with trees and/or shrubs. This integrated approach brings about multiple benefits, including improved soil health, enhanced water retention, and increased biodiversity. The presence of trees in agricultural landscapes not only sequesters carbon but also provides additional income streams for farmers through timber, fruits, and other forest products.

As agriculture faces the dual challenge of feeding a growing global population while mitigating environmental impact, sustainable practices have become imperative. The latest advancements in precision agriculture, regenerative practices, agroforestry, vertical farming, digital technologies, and sustainable crop varieties collectively signal a shift towards a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future. Embracing these innovations holds the key to ensuring food security, conserving natural resources, and fostering a harmonious relationship between agriculture and the environment.

In this edition, we have featured Grupo Roncador, which is considered one of Brazil's largest agricultural groups, wielding influence that stretches far and wide. Central to its success is its groundbreaking approach that ingeniously merges regenerative livestock practices with avant-garde agricultural methods without compromising profitability or environmental sustainability.

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Sustainable Farming - 2023

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Grupo Roncador

Grupo Roncadors's circular agricultural system is transforming farming methodologies by creating a sustainable means of farming and animal husbandry. The farm aims to attain economic, environmental and social sustainability through its innovative farming system.

-See Grupo Roncador Profile

Innovation is not about reinventing the wheel; it is about recognizing that we all share this planet, and we must manage it responsibly

Pelerson Penido Dalla Vecchia, CEO
ALZ-Agro

ALZ-Agro, a consortium of six companies with a shared commitment to advancing agricultural practices sustainably, has rapidly gained prominence in Argentina’s agricultural landscape. Rooted in the ethos of the circular economy, ALZ-Agro excels at the transformative process of converting challenging byproducts into eco-friendly solutions tailored for agriculture and beef cattle.

-See ALZ-Agro Profile

The vision of ALZ-Agro is to be a sustainable, innovative agribusiness company with strategic alliances with its dealers and suppliers, and with international reach

Luis Pérez, Marketing Director
Advanta Seeds

Advanta Seeds is a UPL group seed company with its roots running deep in over 80 countries. It is committed to investing in innovative, highly nutritious, climate-resilient, and environmentally friendly crops. Its goal is to enhance the resilience of the global food system, addressing both short and long-term needs.

-See Advanta Seeds Profile

Our mission is to create seed technologies with sustainable actions that fight climate change, add value to farmer lives, and enhance nutrition for the world

Bhupen Dubey, Global CEO
Agrovision

Celebrating a decade of innovation and commitment, Agrovision is committed to its mission of intertwining agricultural success with its partners. At the forefront of its sustainability initiatives, its subsidiary, Arena Verde, achieved carbon neutrality by compensating through forest conservation and afforestation programs.

-See Agrovision Profile

Our subsidiary, Arena Verde, in Peru, has become a carbon-neutral company thanks to its compensation activities with the conservation of the dry forest and the planting of new trees as part of its afforestation program

Steve Magami, Co-Founder, CEO and Executive Chairman
DISAGRO

DISAGRO is a leader in this space. The company provides agricultural products and solutions to help farmers produce marketable crops while preserving and enhancing the environment. The firm focuses on the real-world applications of regenerative agricultural principles to protect crops and maximize the use of nutrients from the soil.

-See DISAGRO Profile

Our contributions extend beyond the surface level. We advance regenerative agriculture by revolutionizing various facets of the practice. We're making strides in enhancing nutrient use efficiency, nurturing the soil microbiome, harnessing the power of digital agriculture, fostering sustainability, integrating biologics into crop programs, and optimizing water management strategies

Estuardo Jara, Regional Marketing Director
Hortigen Produce

Hortigen Produce is a leader in sustainable agriculture. The company is committed to producing healthy and fresh produce while also protecting the environment and the communities where it operates. It has revolutionized traditional greenhouse practices with its unconventional approach.

-See Hortigen Produce Profile

We are currently focusing on cultivating bell peppers, mini peppers, and the exquisite Palermo variety, catering to diverse tastes. Our produce is grown in hydroponic and semi-closed environments, resulting in vibrant colors and flavors that captivate the senses of consumers

Eduardo Xacur, CEO
Perfect Flight

Perfect Flight's game-changing system empowers customers to map out these sensitive zones and determine appropriate buffer zones to safeguard against unintended chemical dispersion. This proactive approach ensures that these critical areas remain untouched by the indispensable chemicals used in modern agriculture, minimizing environmental impact.

-See Perfect Flight Profile

Our platform empowers users to scrutinize every aspect of their aerial applications. This includes tracking the amount of product used, the flight path followed, and identifying potential areas for improvement, thereby facilitating further enhancement in application performance

Leonardo Luvezuti, Head of Business
Montes

Montes Wines, a premium wine company, emphasizes sustainability ethics in its operations. It commits to producing top-quality wines and providing excellent client service for consumers worldwide, making the brand a huge icon wine supplier within the Chilean wine industry

-See Montes Profile

For over 30 years, we have devoted our time, work, and talent to develop superior quality products sustainably, turning Montes into a leading wine supplier in the Chilean wine industry

Aurelio Montes, Founder and Principal Partner
Biogen

Biogen research, develops and innovates biotechnological strategies, using their own biomolecules with the idea of becoming a different proposal for Research, Development and Innovation, in the search for alternative Biomolecules to agrochemicals, that are efficient, competitive and environmentally sustainable.
Uniban

Uniban focuses on marketing, logistics, agricultural production, field services, the development of new markets and business internationally. They work for the sustainable development of the regions where they operate and are committed to responsible agriculture, which grows hand in hand with its producers, interacts in a respectful way with its environment and generates wellbeing for the communities.
Grupo Roncador

Grupo Roncadors's circular agricultural system is transforming farming methodologies by creating a sustainable means of farming and animal husbandry. The farm aims to attain economic, environmental and social sustainability through its innovative farming system.
Innovation is not about reinventing the wheel; it is about recognizing that we all share this planet, and we must manage it responsibly

Pelerson Penido Dalla Vecchia, CEO
ALZ-Agro

ALZ-Agro, a consortium of six companies with a shared commitment to advancing agricultural practices sustainably, has rapidly gained prominence in Argentina’s agricultural landscape. Rooted in the ethos of the circular economy, ALZ-Agro excels at the transformative process of converting challenging byproducts into eco-friendly solutions tailored for agriculture and beef cattle.
The vision of ALZ-Agro is to be a sustainable, innovative agribusiness company with strategic alliances with its dealers and suppliers, and with international reach

Luis Pérez, Marketing Director
Advanta Seeds

Advanta Seeds is a UPL group seed company with its roots running deep in over 80 countries. It is committed to investing in innovative, highly nutritious, climate-resilient, and environmentally friendly crops. Its goal is to enhance the resilience of the global food system, addressing both short and long-term needs.
Our mission is to create seed technologies with sustainable actions that fight climate change, add value to farmer lives, and enhance nutrition for the world

Bhupen Dubey, Global CEO
Agrovision

Celebrating a decade of innovation and commitment, Agrovision is committed to its mission of intertwining agricultural success with its partners. At the forefront of its sustainability initiatives, its subsidiary, Arena Verde, achieved carbon neutrality by compensating through forest conservation and afforestation programs.
Our subsidiary, Arena Verde, in Peru, has become a carbon-neutral company thanks to its compensation activities with the conservation of the dry forest and the planting of new trees as part of its afforestation program

Steve Magami, Co-Founder, CEO and Executive Chairman
DISAGRO

DISAGRO is a leader in this space. The company provides agricultural products and solutions to help farmers produce marketable crops while preserving and enhancing the environment. The firm focuses on the real-world applications of regenerative agricultural principles to protect crops and maximize the use of nutrients from the soil.
Our contributions extend beyond the surface level. We advance regenerative agriculture by revolutionizing various facets of the practice. We're making strides in enhancing nutrient use efficiency, nurturing the soil microbiome, harnessing the power of digital agriculture, fostering sustainability, integrating biologics into crop programs, and optimizing water management strategies

Estuardo Jara, Regional Marketing Director
Hortigen Produce

Hortigen Produce is a leader in sustainable agriculture. The company is committed to producing healthy and fresh produce while also protecting the environment and the communities where it operates. It has revolutionized traditional greenhouse practices with its unconventional approach.
We are currently focusing on cultivating bell peppers, mini peppers, and the exquisite Palermo variety, catering to diverse tastes. Our produce is grown in hydroponic and semi-closed environments, resulting in vibrant colors and flavors that captivate the senses of consumers

Eduardo Xacur, CEO
Perfect Flight

Perfect Flight's game-changing system empowers customers to map out these sensitive zones and determine appropriate buffer zones to safeguard against unintended chemical dispersion. This proactive approach ensures that these critical areas remain untouched by the indispensable chemicals used in modern agriculture, minimizing environmental impact.
Our platform empowers users to scrutinize every aspect of their aerial applications. This includes tracking the amount of product used, the flight path followed, and identifying potential areas for improvement, thereby facilitating further enhancement in application performance

Leonardo Luvezuti, Head of Business
Montes

Montes Wines, a premium wine company, emphasizes sustainability ethics in its operations. It commits to producing top-quality wines and providing excellent client service for consumers worldwide, making the brand a huge icon wine supplier within the Chilean wine industry
For over 30 years, we have devoted our time, work, and talent to develop superior quality products sustainably, turning Montes into a leading wine supplier in the Chilean wine industry

Aurelio Montes, Founder and Principal Partner
Biogen

Biogen research, develops and innovates biotechnological strategies, using their own biomolecules with the idea of becoming a different proposal for Research, Development and Innovation, in the search for alternative Biomolecules to agrochemicals, that are efficient, competitive and environmentally sustainable.
Uniban

Uniban focuses on marketing, logistics, agricultural production, field services, the development of new markets and business internationally. They work for the sustainable development of the regions where they operate and are committed to responsible agriculture, which grows hand in hand with its producers, interacts in a respectful way with its environment and generates wellbeing for the communities.