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PRECISION FARMING
Analyzing soil samples taken from the Henrichsens' land, Bunge agronomists develop custom fertilizer blends and application plans that increase farm productivity and optimize fertilizer use.
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"We enjoy a very good working relationship with the people of Bunge," says Ilton Henrichsen, a farmer who is also an agronomist. "They supply us with the fertilizer and expertise we need, and they buy our crops and distribute them around the world."
Bunge is the largest supplier of fertilizer to farmers in South America, and we provide them with a full range of agronomic services. A team of Bunge agronomists gives the Henrichsens training in the latest farming methods, including crop management, soil fertilization and maintenance practices. The team also employs precision farming techniques to create and apply specialized fertilizer solutions for the Henrichsen's farm. Using soil analysis and global positioning satellite technology, our agronomists identify the nutrient needs of specific plots on the farm and develop and apply fertilizer treatments accordingly, which helps improve crop yields and optimize fertilizer use.
Bunge sells agricultural commodities in approximately 80 countries, which gives us insights into the global markets. We use that knowledge to help farmers commercialize the crops they grow.
The Henrichsens' farm is located in the Cerrado, a tropical woodland-savannah region that covers almost a quarter of Brazil. The Cerrado is ideally suited for agriculture. In the area where the farm is located, rainfall averages 1,850 millimeters (73 inches) a year and typical daily temperatures range from 13°- 28° Celsius (55°- 82° Fahrenheit).
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