Analysis of the industrialization and commercialization of Erva-mate in the northwestern region of Rio Grande do Sul state

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https://doi.org/10.5902/1980509888578

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Ilex paraguariensis, Forestry, Erva-mate sector, Northwestern Rio-Grandense

Abstract

Non-timber forest products (NTFPs), extracted in Brazil, are responsible for a significant portion of rural household income. Erva-mate is one of the most important NTFPs in the country and has a strong productive presence in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, particularly in small rural properties. Despite its importance, the sector lacks studies on the producer demands, market trends, production data, and market potential. Therefore, this study aims to characterize the industrialization and the commercialization aspects of erva-mate in the northwestern region of Rio Grande do Sul state. The research methodology involved the application of in-person questionnaires. A total of 12 erva-mate processing companies from 7 municipalities were interviewed. The main findings indicate that 75% of these companies have been in operation for over 10 years, with an average production of 1,005 kg per day; however, they maintain approximately 46% of their productive capacity idle. The greatest challenge reported by traders is obtaining raw materials and hiring labor. Additionally, most owners have no knowledge of initiatives aimed at promoting the erva-mate cultivation. More than 80% of the industries interviewed stated that they would purchase high-quality raw material if it was produced in the region and that they would be willing to establish partnerships to develop the sector. Given these results, it is evident that the erva-mate market in the region has potential for expansion. However, the lack of incentives for local silviculture research has limited the market growth.

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Author Biographies

Vinicius Richter, Federal University of Santa Maria

Forest Engineer, Master student in Forest Engineering

Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil

Felipe Turchetto, Federal University of Santa Maria

Forest Engineer, PhD in Forest Engineering, Professor

Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil

Max Vinicius Reis de Sousa, Federal University of Santa Maria

Forest Engineer, Master student in Forest Engineering

Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil

Jorge Antônio de Farias, Federal University of Santa Maria

Forest Engineer, PhD in Forest Engineering, Professor

Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil

Adriana Maria Griebeler, Federal Rural University of Amazonia

Forest Engineer, PhD in Forest Engineering, Professor,

Federal Rural University of the Amazon, Parauapebas, PA, Brazil

Bruna Denardin da Silveira, Federal University of Pampa

Forest Engineer, PhD in Forest Engineering, Professor

Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil

Josita Soares Monteiro, Federal University of Santa Maria

Forest Engineer, PhD in Forest Engineering, Professor

Federal University of Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil

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Published

2025-07-11

How to Cite

Richter, V., Turchetto, F., Sousa, M. V. R. de, Farias, J. A. de, Griebeler, A. M., Silveira, B. D. da, & Monteiro, J. S. (2025). Analysis of the industrialization and commercialization of Erva-mate in the northwestern region of Rio Grande do Sul state. Ciência Florestal, 35, e88578. https://doi.org/10.5902/1980509888578

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