At Showtec 2025, the largest agricultural technology fair in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul, the legal future of landowners took center stage at the Wintex Agro Brasil podcast studio. Dr. Luana Ruiz, an agribusiness lawyer and special advisor to Brazil Casa Civil, delivered a compelling interview that merged legal expertise, political urgency, and heartfelt advocacy for rural producers across the nation.
A Voice from the Field — and from Brasília
Known for her strong roots in the agribusiness community and her recent candidacy for federal deputy, Dr. Ruiz spoke candidly about her journey from the law office to the political stage. Having personally experienced land conflict—her family property was occupied for 30 years—she emphasized that insecurity around land rights is no longer an isolated issue but a national crisis.
"What was once a problem in someone else is backyard is now a problem at the doorstep of nearly every rural producer in Brazil," she said, referring to the growing number of landholdings affected by indigenous territory claims.
Urgency Surrounding Borderland Title Ratification
The core of her message centered around a looming legal deadline: by October 2025, owners of rural properties located within 150 kilometers of Brazil is international borders must submit ratification requests for land titles previously issued by state governments — titles which, constitutionally, should have been granted by the federal government.
Dr. Ruiz explained the process as “simple in theory but complex in practice,” due to administrative bottlenecks, legacy legal documents, and the sensitive overlap with areas under investigation for indigenous land demarcation.
"Failing to ratify does not immediately mean losing your land," she clarified. "But in today is Brazil, where legal uncertainty is a persistent threat, no producer can afford to take that risk."
A Legal Maze with Few Clear Paths
For properties larger than 2,500 hectares, a separate challenge arises: owners must obtain authorization from the National Congress. Yet, there is no clear legal procedure for doing so. Dr. Ruiz urged producers to at least file a formal consultation with the Federal Senate to generate proof of intent and initiate a protective paper trail.
She also offered a critical workaround for producers whose lands are under FUNAI (Brazil Indigenous Affairs agency) study: rather than declare an absence of federal interest, they should acknowledge potential claims and submit a contested application — ensuring at least a judicial review.
Showcasing the Power of the Agro Sector
Dr. Ruiz concluded by praising the resilience of the agricultural sector in Mato Grosso do Sul, which has grown at nearly twice the national economic rate. "Showtec 2025 is a reflection of this dynamism," she said, calling the fair a national and international benchmark in agrotechnology and land policy discussion.
Where to Learn More
Dr. Ruiz continues her educational outreach through her Instagram profile @luanaruizuiz, offering concise legal insights tailored to rural stakeholders.
Her closing message was one of empowerment: "Yes, these are complex issues. But each problem has a solution. Lets prepare ourselves — because losing is not an option."
For more on Showtec 2025 and Wintex Agro Brasil work, visit www.portalshowtec.com.br and www.wintexagrobrasil.com.br or see complete podcast in PORTAL AGRONOSSO YOUTUBE
Fonte/Créditos: Marcus Rondon
