Biofy Agro and COOCACER: Partnership in the Journey for Verification of Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) in Coffee

Biofy Agro, represented by CEO Leonardo Sologuren, Commercial Manager Adilson Ramiro, and Gustavo Squinca from the commercial sector, recently met with COOCACER to strengthen a strategic partnership. The meeting, led by COOCACER's Executive Director, Eliane Cristina, aimed to align the collaboration structure between the two organizations, focusing on bringing innovation and technology to the cooperative's members and partners.

Biofy, with its expertise in technology and innovation, proposes using NIR (Near-Infrared Spectroscopy) technology to optimize agricultural production, promoting quick and accurate analyses (Learn more about NIR and how it can impact agriculture at the end of this post). This technology will allow for efficient verification of Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) in coffee, improving product quality and sustainability. Moreover, NIR will enable early detection of pests and diseases, reducing excessive use of inputs and increasing farm efficiency.

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The partnership also aligns with the new COOCACER Quality Laboratory, certified with ISO 9001, and the SUSTAINABLE COFFEE Sustainability Program, which covers environmental and economic aspects. Biofy, committed to innovation, aims to add value to the cooperatives' business, enabling them to access cutting-edge technologies to monitor crop quality and improve the sustainable use of agricultural inputs.

With this initiative, Biofy reinforces its mission to bring technological solutions that positively impact agribusiness, strengthening COOCACER's position in the market and ensuring the sustainable future of coffee.

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The Power of NIR Technology in Agribusiness: Efficiency and Sustainability in MRL Analyses

NIR technology (Near-Infrared Spectroscopy) is an advanced tool that allows rapid and non-destructive analysis of samples, being widely used in the agricultural sector. It works by measuring the interaction of infrared light with the chemical components of a substance, detecting characteristics such as moisture, proteins, sugars, and chemical residues in real-time. This technology offers a key advantage for modern agriculture: the ability to perform precise analyses without the need for lengthy and invasive laboratory processes.

How NIR Impacts the Coffee Sector

In the context of the partnership between Biofy and COOCACER, the use of NIR technology plays a crucial role in verifying Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) in coffee, bringing a series of benefits to agribusiness. These limits are established quantities of pesticide residues permitted in agricultural products, and their verification is essential to ensure food safety and comply with international regulations.

Advantages of NIR in Agricultural Production:

1. Real-Time Analyses: NIR allows producers to check MRL levels in real-time, without needing specialized laboratories. This accelerates the quality control process, enabling immediate correction if residue levels are outside permitted standards.

2. Sustainability and Efficiency: By quickly detecting chemical residues and other components, NIR helps reduce excessive use of pesticides and other inputs, promoting more sustainable agriculture. This translates into greater efficiency in resource use, lower costs, and less environmental impact.

3. Quality Monitoring: In addition to verifying MRLs, NIR can be used to monitor crop quality in various aspects, such as moisture content, protein, and fats, ensuring that final products have the attributes desired by consumers and the global coffee market.

4. Early Detection of Pests and Diseases: The ability to analyze chemical compounds in the field also allows for early detection of pests and diseases that could compromise crops. With NIR, it is possible to identify these issues before they spread, allowing for immediate corrective actions without the need for excessive chemicals.

5. Agility in Decision-Making: NIR technology enables data-driven decisions, helping producers take swift measures to optimize farm management and ensure compliance with food safety standards, elevating the quality of the final product.

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Transforming Agribusiness with NIR

The integration of NIR in agricultural operations is a significant advancement on the journey towards a more technological and sustainable agribusiness. For COOCACER's cooperatives, this technology represents an opportunity to elevate efficiency, improve competitiveness, and add value to coffee, both in the domestic and international markets. By providing quick and precise analyses, NIR directly contributes to the sustainability and profitability of agribusiness while meeting the increasing demands of consumers for safer and higher-quality products.