Responsible Soybean Production in Brazil and Paraguay

Future programmes need to bridge the gap between public sector decisions made by federal or state governments and their implementation at in the local communities. The same goes for the differences between sustainability policies at many companies and their “translation” at local level. Setting straightforward goals and increasing synergies between public, private and or civil society programmes are essential for enhancing sustainable land use. Recognition by internal markets and clear business incentives for local producers are also necessary to make landscape management economic viable.