Presidential Hopeful Renan Santos Courts Agribusiness, Gains Praise from Former Ministers

Renan Santos, a pre-candidate for president representing the 'Missão' party, recently embarked on a tour of Brazil's Center-West region, aiming to connect with the influential agribusiness sector. This outreach comes as the sector remains a key battleground for presidential hopefuls.

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He will be a good option and an alternative amid polarization.

During his trip, Santos, who founded the Movimento Brasil Livre (MBL), presented his proposals for the agricultural industry. He garnered support from prominent figures, including former Ministers of Agriculture Blairo Maggi (under Michel Temer) and Neri Geller (under Dilma Rousseff and Lula), as well as former Mato Grosso Governor Mauro Mendes.

Blairo Maggi shared a photo of a private meeting with Santos, calling him a "good option" and an "alternative amid polarization." Neri Geller, who previously served as Lula's Secretary of Agricultural Policy, described Santos as representing "renewal and courage in politics." Mauro Mendes, while not officially endorsing a presidential candidate, praised Santos's videos for their potential to "qualify the political debate."

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He represents renewal and courage in politics.

Santos's platform includes proposals for tougher legislation against land grabbing (esbulho possessório) and a review of agrarian reform policies. His campaign also calls for a permanent technical audit of Ministry of Education textbooks and materials, aiming to counter what his team describes as "anti-agribusiness narratives in schools" and ensure "factual representation of the sector."

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I have been watching your videos a lot and recommend that some people watch them because we need to debate the great and serious problems of this country in depth. It's not possible to enter an election simply believing that pole A, pole B will solve the great problems of Brazil. I am sure that you will contribute to this political debate and will enhance the decision that each Brazilian will have to make on October 4th.