Summary of Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem – UPL & IAC| Canal Rural

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In the "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem – UPL & IAC" YouTube video on Canal Rural, the hosts, Dr. Hamilton Ramos and Claudia Barreto, discuss the importance of good agricultural practices and the Programa Aplique Bem, a collaboration between IAC and UPL, which provides guidance on the application of agricultural defenders. They emphasize the significance of public-private partnerships in agriculture and the role of the Programa Aplique Bem in bringing research findings to farmers more quickly. The speakers also highlight the importance of ISO certification for sprayers in agriculture and the success of the Aplique Bem program, which has led to an 80% reduction in errors and has been implemented in several countries, improving farmers' lives and producing high-quality products for consumers. The hosts express their gratitude for the 17-year partnership with IAC and the crucial role of instructors in delivering agricultural knowledge to farmers. They also thank the listeners for their participation and share their appreciation for the transformation of the project into a program and the visible results it brings to the farming community.

• 00:00:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem – UPL & IAC| Canal Rural," the hosts discuss the importance of good agricultural practices and the Programa Aplique Bem, which provides guidance on the application of agricultural defenders. The speakers are Dr. Hamilton Ramos, the director of Engineering and Automation at the Agronomic Institute, and Claudia Barreto, the stewardship chip manager of UPL Brazil. They emphasize that good agricultural practices cover the entire process of producing, transporting, storing, using, and disposing of agrochemicals and their containers. These rules promote the sustainability of agricultural production, ensure food safety, and protect the environment and farmers. Proper application of defenders is crucial for farmers to ensure maximum effectiveness and safety, as well as increased productivity and lower costs. The most common mistake farmers make is assuming there is a specific volume to apply, but the actual application depends on proper regulation and maintenance of the sprayer. The hosts emphasize that volume is a consequence of proper application and that farmers must learn to regulate their sprayers effectively to ensure the product reaches its target.
• 00:05:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem – UPL & IAC" on Canal Rural, the speakers discuss the importance of public-private partnerships in agriculture, specifically the Programa Aplique Bem, which is a 16-year-old collaboration between IAC and UPL. The program aims to bring research findings to farmers more quickly by having industry representatives directly engage with farmers to gather information about their specific challenges. This information is then passed on to researchers to foster new areas of knowledge, such as integrated pest management and direct planting, which benefit farmers, society, and the industry as a whole. The program's success lies in the collaboration between the two parties, as researchers cannot be everywhere at once, and farmers require updated knowledge to adapt to the ever-changing agricultural landscape. The Programa Aplique Bem trains instructors rigorously to effectively communicate and apply new knowledge to farmers, focusing on behavior change rather than just capacity building. The program has trained thousands of people since its inception, and its success is measured by its ability to effectively change farmers' behaviors.
• 00:10:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique B – UPL & IAC| Canal Rural," the speakers discuss the importance of the Aplique B program, which aims to improve agricultural practices by identifying and addressing errors in the application of agrochemicals. The program has led to an 80% reduction in errors two years after training, demonstrating its effectiveness. The program's success lies in its practical approach, with trainings conducted on farmers' properties using their equipment, allowing farmers to identify their mistakes firsthand. The partnership between UPL and IAC, which began 17 years ago, has been instrumental in bringing high-quality agricultural knowledge to farmers without commercial interference. The program's differences include its focus on technology application rather than product sales, its use of farmers' language and equipment, and its collaboration with farmers to identify and address regulatory issues. Aplique B was the first program to work with the evaluation of sprayers using ISO norms, making it a significant advantage for farmers seeking certification.
• 00:15:00 In this section of the "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem" YouTube video, the importance of ISO certification for sprayers in agriculture is discussed. The certification ensures that the sprayer is in conformity with the norm, which is accepted by certification bodies like Global GAP. Producers can adapt trainings to different application scenarios, making it essential for effective and safe use. The program emphasizes the importance of regulating the machine properly before using IPI (Intermediate PhytoSanitary Products) for optimal results, reducing waste, and protecting the environment. The technology of application used in the Aplique Bem program is adaptable to various farming methods, with the primary objective being to place the product in the target area in the necessary quantity with the minimum contamination of other areas. Producers have a positive view of the program, recognizing its benefits in terms of safety, economy, environmental preservation, and producing high-quality products for consumers.
• 00:20:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem – UPL & IAC" on Canal Rural, the speakers discuss the success and impact of the Aplique Bem program. The program, which aims to help farmers produce with less, has received several awards both in Brazil and internationally. Notably, it won the Governador Mário Covas award for innovation in public management, the Agro Awards for best international program, and was recognized by the Celo Agro more integridade committee as an example of good social responsibility practices. The program, which started in Brazil, is now being implemented in eight countries in Africa, Asia, and Central America. One farmer in Africa shared that before the training, his children couldn't go to school because he needed help with cacao production. After the training, he was able to send them to school, and his quality of life improved. The speakers also explain that farmers can join the program by contacting UPL or IAC through their representatives. The program has brought significant pride to the speakers since its inception, with their first award being won in the first year.
• 00:25:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "Ep 22 Boas Práticas Agrícolas: Programa Aplique Bem – UPL & IAC" on Canal Rural, Milton and Cláudia express their gratitude for the 17-year partnership with IAC and acknowledge the crucial role of the instructors in delivering agricultural knowledge to farmers in a simple and effective way. They emphasize the importance of the Aplique Bem program, which has brought significant improvements to the farming community, and thank the listeners for their participation. Milton and Cláudia also share their appreciation for the transformation of the project into a program and the visible results it brings to the practice.