Promoting the Adoption of Sustainable Agricultural Practices in Brazil in partnership with Itaú

proposed

The main objective of the project is to encourage Brazilian soybean producers in the Cerrado region to adopt sustainable agricultural practices, specifically the use of cover crops and biological inputs—key practices for restoring soil health and increasing climate resilience across approximately 200,000 hectares of agricultural land—while also promoting the production of deforestation‑free commodities. Through the implementation of these regenerative practices, the project aims to deliver relevant environmental benefits and promote long‑term sustainability in soybean cultivation. IDB Invest is supporting the development of Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems and providing technical assistance to producers to ensure the successful implementation of regenerative practices and the measurement of verifiable environmental impacts.The proposed financing consists of a program with a final maturity of up to six years and a total amount of up to R$1 billion (or the equivalent in USD), under which IDB Invest is considering providing a committed senior loan of up to R$300,000,000, including up to R$150,000,000 in blended finance participation.