RODA VIVA | MARIANGELA HUNGRIA | 20/07/2026
Summary
Embrapa researcher Mariangela Hungria discusses Brazil’s shift toward regenerative agriculture and the use of biological inputs to reduce reliance on imported chemical fertilizers. She highlights the critical role of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in sustainable farming and addresses challenges like climate resilience and funding for public research. The episode emphasizes balancing economic exports with environmental sustainability through scientific innovation.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest profiles
Sustainable agriculture and regenerative practices
Fertilizer dependency and the Ukraine war impact
Biological nitrogen fixation and bacteria
Bio-inputs for small and medium farmers
Defining biological products and future trends
Embrapa's role and research funding models
Climate resilience and soil health
Regenerating degraded pastures
Polarization and the future of agriculture
Personal journey and women in science
Microorganisms and water tolerance
Updating agronomy curricula
Global leadership and closing remarks
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