A posição do Brasil no mercado global de soja e a divisão internacional do trabalho

Abstract

Soybean, as one of the key global agricultural commodities, plays a crucial role in the world economy. Despite Brazil leading in the production and export of this crop, its position in the market is influenced by challenges associated with the Division of International Labor (DIT). This study proposes an analysis of Brazil's position in the global soybean market, highlighting both the challenges faced and the opportunities to consolidate its leadership. Grounded in DIT theory, the research explores interactions among countries in the global soy market. Using a documentary research approach, the study relies on data on global and Brazilian soy production since 2010, obtained from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Brazilian National Supply Company (CONAB). The relevance of this work lies in the need to understand the mechanisms and impacts of DIT on Brazil's participation in the soy market, a theme that will be explored in detail in the subsequent sections of this article.