Historical edition: Agroponte Fair opens with record of exhibitors and tribute to Criciúma

The 14th edition of the Agroponte Fair in Criciúma is open. The opening occurred on Wednesday afternoon, is 13, at the José Ijair Conti Pavilion, marking the beginning of five days of business and appreciation of agribusiness of southern Santa Catarina. The climate is also of celebration, Since the event pays tribute to the centenary of Criciúma's emancipation, city that hosts the fair since the first edition.

The official opening ceremony took place early in the evening with the presence of Willi Backes, DIRECTOR OF NOSCASA FEIAS & Events, Responsible for the organization of Agroponte, of the Mayor of Criciúma, Vaguinho Espíndola, and the president of the Integrated Agricultural Development Company of Santa Catarina (Citizens), Those Regina de Matos, In addition to agro leaders.

“With joy, We start another edition of Agroponte, A meeting that promises to move the south with business, exchange of knowledge and discoveries of new technologies focused on more efficiency in the field. In this special edition, We celebrate Criciúma, recognizing its history and the fundamental role it plays in the development of the entire region and Santa Catarina ”, Afirma Willi Backes.

The largest agribusiness fair of Santa Catarina stands out this year for the record number of exhibitors: nearly 200 participants, aimed at agribusiness, family agriculture, technology, agricultural implements and news from the automotive sector. Also present financial institutions and entities linked to the strengthening of agribusiness, Like Epagri and Cidasc. Between internal and external areas, The fair occupies more than 25 mil m².

With almost 15 years of history, The fair is consolidated as one of the main meeting points of agribusiness in the south of the country, attracting visitors and exhibitors from various regions of Brazil. Em 2024, more of 80 A thousand people attended the event over the five days of programming - a number that should be surpassed in this edition.

“Agroponte brings the best in the scenario of our southern region. The best in agribusiness, the best in family farming, the best in innovation and technology. And if it wasn't for family farming and cooperatives, None of this would happen. So there is a very special thanks to all our farmers and families who make this economy increasingly powerful in our city ”, said Mayor Vaguinho.

The president of Cidasc recalled the agency's performance to ensure the security of the event, with animal monitoring so that the fair reaches its purpose. “Cidasc arrived here at Agroponte well before the event opened the door. Como órgão de defesa agropecuária do Estado, We need to take care of animal exams, transport, of well-being, of sanity, so that all this really comes to a purpose that is the prosperity of the rural producer ”, stated.

In this year, there is a record presence of exhibitors of cooperatives focused on family farming. The fair also has a wide exhibition of animals, including cattle, horses, sheep, goats, llamas, Rabbits and stingless bees, in addition to activities such as equine therapy and demonstrations of rational tame.

The program also has lectures, workshops and parallel events that move the public throughout the fair period. Among the highlights, The traditional trial of races will feature special awards alluding to the centenary of Criciuma, reinforcing the relevance of the date for the city and the event. All parallel activities are free and open to the public.

“We are here with 45 organizations participating in the agriculture sample. There are more than a thousand families being represented and this is the result of the dedication of Santa Catarina who believes and knows the importance of being present and being able to organize. It is the result of the entire team that works at Cidasc and Epagri ”, pondou dirceu milk, Epagri.