Brazilian Association of Vegetable Oil Industries

Brazil

The Brazilian Association of Vegetable Oil Industries (Abiove) is an influential trade association within the agribusiness sector in Brazil. It represents and supports the interests of the vegetable oil industry by promoting standards, innovation, and sustainable practices among its members.

CCI Score

-17.29

0.01% April 16

Latest Event

Abiove Involvement in Agribusiness Lobby Threatening Indigenous Rights and the Environment

In the wake of discussions around the reconstruction of Brazil's BR-319 highway, Abiove's chairman, Blairo Maggi, was reported to have participated in high-level policy meetings that aimed to weaken the Soy Moratorium. This move has raised concerns over indigenous displacement and environmental degradation, as it appears to prioritize agribusiness interests over community rights and sustainable practices.

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Brazilian Association of Vegetable Oil Industries is currently rated as an Enabler.

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Latest Events

MAR

11

2025

Abiove Involvement in Agribusiness Lobby Threatening Indigenous Rights and the Environment
-60.00

In the wake of discussions around the reconstruction of Brazil's BR-319 highway, Abiove's chairman, Blairo Maggi, was reported to have participated in high-level policy meetings that aimed to weaken the Soy Moratorium. This move has raised concerns over indigenous displacement and environmental degradation, as it appears to prioritize agribusiness interests over community rights and sustainable practices.
FEB

24

2025

Abiove Challenges Export Tax Law
-47.30

The Brazilian grain traders association Abiove, representing major global agribusiness players, filed a lawsuit against a new 1.8% levy on grain exports from Maranhao. This legal challenge is seen as an effort to undermine state fiscal policy designed to foster public welfare and accountability, aligning corporate interests with strategies that prioritize profit over democratic taxation.
-40

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

Abiove's decision to contest the new export tax demonstrates a politically charged maneuver where the association prioritizes the economic interests of large agribusiness corporations over public regulatory efforts. By challenging progressive fiscal measures intended to fund public services and maintain accountability, the association is undermining democratic decisions and public benefit.

Brazil grains traders challenge new export tax in court
-60

Economic and Structural Influence

March 24

The legal challenge against the export tax is part of a broader effort to manipulate regulatory frameworks in favor of large-scale agribusiness. By contesting measures designed to ensure fair economic contribution, Abiove reinforces the influence of corporate power over state policies, potentially contributing to regulatory capture and diminishing public sector resources.

Brazil grains traders challenge new export tax in court
NOV

04

2024

Abiove Criticizes Overturning of Soy Moratorium
62.55

The Brazilian Association of Vegetable Oil Industries (Abiove) has publicly criticized the recent state law that overturns the soy moratorium—a policy that had significantly contributed to curbing Amazon deforestation. In a statement, Abiove’s sustainability director warned that companies committed to sustainable practices deserve greater support and benefits, arguing that the new legislation undermines ethical business practices and environmental protection.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

Abiove’s public stance against the overturning of the soy moratorium demonstrates a strong commitment to upholding sustainability and environmentally responsible policies. By criticizing a law that could potentially open the door to unsustainable agribusiness practices, the company positions itself favorably in terms of public and political behavior supportive of anti-authoritarian and anti-fascist values.

Brazilian State Law Overturns Soy Moratorium that Helped Curb Amazon Deforestation
+60

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 24

Abiove’s comments reflect a commitment to ethical business practices and sustainability, emphasizing that companies with strong green credentials should receive enhanced benefits rather than penalties. This stance aligns with principles of business practices and ethical responsibility, suggesting that the organization supports responsible trade and the protection of environmental standards.

Brazilian State Law Overturns Soy Moratorium that Helped Curb Amazon Deforestation
NOV

22

2023

Brazilian Vegetable Oil Association Opposes EU Anti-Deforestation Timeline
-27.22

Abiove's executive president, André Nassar, criticized the EU's tight deadline for implementing anti-deforestation measures, arguing that the timeline is unfair to Brazilian producers and could disrupt essential trade flows. The association's stance raises concerns about lobbying efforts that prioritize short-term economic gains over environmental protection and ethical business practices.
-40

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

The association engaged in a public political dialogue and lobbied for a delay in the EU anti-deforestation law, reflecting an effort to influence regulatory processes to favor agribusiness interests. This activity undermines transparent policy-making and can indirectly support authoritarian practices by sidelining environmental and democratic concerns.

Vegetable oil association defends postponement of EU anti-deforestation law
-30

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 24

By advocating for a delay in critical environmental regulations, the association is prioritizing the economic interests of the agribusiness sector over ethical considerations such as environmental sustainability and the larger public interest, which can have broader societal and democratic implications.

Vegetable oil association defends postponement of EU anti-deforestation law
-20

Economic and Structural Influence

March 24

Pushing to postpone regulatory initiatives reflects attempts to influence economic structures and regulatory timing to favor industry processes. This maneuver can contribute to regulatory capture, undermining long-term structural reforms aimed at protecting the environment and public welfare.

Vegetable oil association defends postponement of EU anti-deforestation law
MAY

29

2023

Abiove’s Questionable Role in Agribusiness Supply Chain Claims
-14.48

Abiove, the Brazilian Association of Vegetable Oil Industries, was recently designated as spokesperson by major agribusiness players like Cargill and COFCO. In this role, it assured that soybeans produced in areas interdicted due to environmental and indigenous rights concerns would be excluded from the supply chain. However, the vague nature of these guarantees, without clear independent verification, raises concerns over potential greenwashing and the protection of vulnerable indigenous lands.
-15

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 24

Abiove acts as a spokesperson for key agribusiness giants, offering assurances about excluding soy from interdicted areas. While on the surface this may appear as a commitment to ethical practices, the lack of transparency and robust verification on these claims casts doubt on the genuine protection of indigenous lands and environmental standards. This ambiguous stance serves corporate interests while potentially neglecting deeper structural issues and accountability, contributing indirectly to systemic exploitation.

Brazil: Seven agribusiness giants buy soybeans and corn from farmers fined for cultivating indigenous land; incl. co comments
-20

Supply Chain Ethics

March 24

Abiove’s guarantee that soy produced in areas interdicted by environmental agencies and overlapping with indigenous lands does not enter the supply chain is presented without adequate detail or independent oversight. This vague assurance raises significant concerns regarding supply chain ethics, suggesting that the group might be facilitating a cover for ongoing irregularities rather than instituting robust ethical practices to prevent exploitation of vulnerable indigenous communities.

Brazil: Seven agribusiness giants buy soybeans and corn from farmers fined for cultivating indigenous land; incl. co comments