Brazil's Economic and Cultural Gravity Shifts Inland as Agribusiness Booms
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Brazil's economic and political gravity is shifting from the coasts to the interior farmbelt regions like Mato Grosso.
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The agribusiness boom, fueled by demand from China, is transforming Brazil's economy and demography. Cities like Sinop are growing rapidly.
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Sertanejo country music has become Brazil's most popular genre, a sign of the rising cultural influence of the interior.
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President Lula faces challenges balancing agricultural expansion with environmental protection. He is pushing for greener farming practices.
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Infrastructure improvements could further boost farm productivity, but climate change threatens long-term sustainability.