From October 23rd to 25th, the 1st International Macauba Congress (2nd Brazilian edition), organized by the Instituto Agronômico de Campinas (IAC), gathered students, researchers, scientists, industry professionals, and thought leaders in Campinas, Brazil. Over three days, attendees discussed, worked hands-on, saw innovative product demonstrations, and heard about the latest scientific and industrial advancements in macauba.
The Acroalliance consortium participated with keynotes and discussion panels, including a collaborative stand co-hosted with the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV). The stand showcased the macauba palm, processed components, and oil samples.
A highlight was the launch of a groundbreaking book on macauba by Dr. Thomas Hilger (University of Hohenheim) and Dr. Sérgio Motoike (UFV). It collects the most up-to-date macauba information and will be a state-of-the-art resource for future research.
The event featured a poster session with over 100 research presentations and panel discussions and keynote presentations by experts from the University of Hohenheim.
The Acroalliance consortium hosted an open “World Café” workshop to collaborate and identify opportunities in the macauba value chain. As the congress ended, discussions about the next edition began, and we eagerly anticipate participating in another transformative gathering.
For more information, visit our AcroAlliance website www.acroalliance.info