Brazil uses products prohibited in the European Union in its meat production, both pesticides and antimicrobials, which can contribute to faster cattle fattening. This is the central point when discussing the European bloc's blockade on Brazilian meat exports.
It is important to note, however, that Brazil would not necessarily need to resort to these resources. The country has vast comparative advantages in agricultural production that could be better leveraged.
Brazil could advance in adopting practices that meet the demands of international markets, which would help break down barriers to Brazilian meat exports.
These changes in practices would also contribute to reducing the risks to human health associated with the use of these substances prohibited in Europe.
