Summary of SBT Agro 20/05/24: Greening ameaça à produção de citros no Brasil

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In the "SBT Agro" YouTube video, the speakers discuss the increasing threat of Greening, a disease that affects various types of Citrus, primarily oranges and lemons, to production and quality in Brazil. The disease, which is transmitted by a psyllid insect, has significantly impacted citrus production in states like Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Santa Catarina, and São Paulo. The asymptomatic phase of the disease, which can last from 6 months to 2 years, makes early detection difficult. Control efforts are crucial due to the rapid transmission of the disease by the insect, which can travel up to 8 km with a strong wind. Currently, there is no known cure for Greening, and control measures include removing infected plants to prevent further spread. Despite the high market demand for citrus products, the incidence of Greening has led to a projected decline in citrus production in Brazil, with a total production of 314 million boxes of oranges in 2023 projected to decline to 307 million boxes in 2024.

• 00:00:00 In this section of the SBT Agro YouTube video, the speakers discuss the threat of Greening, a disease that affects all types of Citrus, primarily oranges and lemons, to production and quality in Brazil. The incidence of this disease has increased significantly in Brazil, particularly in the states of Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Santa Catarina, and São Paulo. The main challenge in controlling Greening is its asymptomatic phase, which can last from 6 months to 2 years, making early detection difficult. Green is transmitted by a psyllid, an insect that doesn't necessarily need to be infected with the bacteria itself to transmit it to other citrus plants. The rapid transmission of the disease by the insect, which can travel up to 8 km with a strong wind, makes control efforts crucial. At present, there is no known cure for Greening, and control requires drastic measures such as removing infected plants to prevent further spread. Producers are also encouraged to monitor their orchards closely to prevent transmission and benefit from the monitoring services provided by the IMA. In 2023, the citrus sector moved over 14.14 million reais in Minas Gerais, with the second-highest production in the citrus belt that includes São Paulo and Triângulo Mineiro. The total production was 314 million boxes of oranges in 2023, with a projected decline to 307 million boxes in 2024 due in part to the incidence of Greening. The market is experiencing a high demand, with this trend continuing alongside the Greening disease.
• 00:05:00 In this section of the YouTube video titled "SBT Agro 24/05/20: Greening threatens citrus production in Brazil," the speaker discusses the negative impact of the Greening disease on citrus production in Brazil. The disease affects both the quality and quantity of the citrus fruit, leading to a decrease in production. As a result, the current market demand, which is high, is not being met due to the shortage of citrus products caused by the disease.