RTRS FIELD TRIP 2025 September 18 -20 Optionalactivitiesaftertheendofthe RTRSInternationalConferenceinSãoPaulo.
We are offering two field trip options, allowing you to choose according to your specific interests in exploring different aspects of the sustainable soy value chain.
Join us to visit the Port of Santos (in Portuguese: Porto de Santos), the main port of Brazil and Latin America. It is located in the city of Santos, in the State of São Paulo. The port's land access system consists of the Anchieta and Imigrantes motorways and two railway lines (Ferroban and MRS). It covers an area of 7,770,000 square metres.
Historically, the Santos port complex has accounted for more than 25%, or a quarter, of Brazil’s trade balance and is the world’s largest exporter of sugar, orange juice, and coffee beans. Other major exports include soybeans, containerised cargo, maize, wheat, salt, paper, cars, alcohol, and other bulk liquids.
In 2016, it was ranked the 39th largest port in the world for container handling and 35th by tonnage, according to the AAPA – American Association of Port Authorities – ranking, making it the busiest port in Latin America.
September 18th
• 1 PM: Lunch in Expo Center Norte
• 2 PM: Transfer from Expo Center Norte to beachfront hotel in Santos (85 km, 2h)
• 4 PM: Hotel check-in
• 4 PM to 7 PM: Time to rest and walk on the beach
• 8 PM: Dinner.
• Overnight stay in Santos
September 19th
• 7 AM: Breakfast at the hotel in Santos
• 8:00 AM: Departure to the Port of Santos (5 km, 20 min)
• 8:30 AM: Reception at the Port Administration
• 9.30 AM: Welcome remarks: Port of Santos + RTRS
• 10.30 AM: Guided internal tour of the port
• 12:00 PM: Lunch
• 1:00 PM: Visit to the grain terminal (ADM, Cargill, or Dreifus)
• 4:00 PM: Schooner tour along the port
• 7:00 PM: Return to the hotel
• 8:30 PM: Dinner
• Overnight stay in Santos
September 20th
• 7 AM: Breakfast at the hotel in Santos.
• Free morning on the beach or Historical city tour by opt-in, estimated at €70/person.
• 12PM: Lunch
• Hotel check-out
• 2 PM: Transfer to the airport (100 km, 2h)
• 4 PM: Arrive to Guarulhos airport, Terminal 3 for International connections
Note:There is the possibility of returning to São Paulo in the late afternoon of September 19. If you prefer this option, it will be discussed with you after your registration in order to coordinate accordingly.
• The activity will require a minimum of 20 registered participants to operate until June 20.
• The price of this option per participant will be €1,250 (Includes: transfer São Paulo / Santos, single room accommodation in 4* hotel, meals, ground transportation to the port and simultaneous interpretation Portuguese / English)
• Fee payment due date is July 15th.
• International travel insurance, a mandatory requirement for participation, shall be provided by each participant since it is not included in the Field Trip package.
• Participants will sign a “liability waiver document” in favor of RTRS once their registration is confirmed.
Join us for a unique field trip to explore Castrolanda Agroindustrial Cooperative, one of Brazil’s leading agribusiness cooperatives, located in Paraná. Operated under a cooperative model, Castrolanda is among the top 10 agribusiness cooperatives in Brazil and a key player in the Paraná region.
The cooperative includes a group of RTRS-certified soy producers. During this visit, participants will have the opportunity to learn about their sustainable practices and see their work in the field first-hand.
Just a short distance away is Frísia Agroindustrial Cooperative, which also operates RTRScertified producers. This field trip presents an excellent opportunity to visit one of this farms and gain a closer understanding of RTRS soy certification in practice.
Take part in this experience to connect with producers, explore sustainable soy production, and witness the implementation of responsible agricultural practices on the ground.
September 18th
• 1 PM: Lunch in Expo Center Norte
• 2 PM: Transfer from Expo Center Norte to Guarulhos Aiport
• 4:55 PM: Flight GOL 1128 – GRU
/ CWB
• 6:00PM: Transfer to Ponta Grossa (145km, 2:30h)
• 9:30 PM: Hotel Check in in Ponta Grossa
• Dinner
• Overnight stay in Ponta Grossa.
September 19th
• 6:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel in Ponta Grossa
• 7:30 AM: Departure to Castrolanda (50k, 1 h)
• 8:30 AM: Visit Coop Farmer´s shop
• 9:30 AM: Reception at the Dutch Immigration Memorial
• 10.30 AM: Welcome remarks: Port Castrolanda + Fundação ABC + RTRS
• 12:00 PM: Lunch
• 1:00 PM: Visit 2 different certified farmers
• 6:00 PM: Return to the hotel
• 8:30 PM: Dinner
• Overnight stay in Ponta Grossa
September 20th
• 6:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel in Ponta Grossa
• Hotel check-out
• 8:00 AM: Visit Campos Gerais Malting Plant
• 10:00 PM: Transfer to the airport (150 km, 2:30h)
• 12 PM: Arrive to CWB
• Short stop for lunch
• 3 PM: Flight GOL 1165 –CWB/GRU –
• 4:05 PM: Arrive to Guarulhos airport . Terminal 3 for International connections
• The activity will require a minimum of 20 registered participants to operate until June 20.
• The price of this option per participant will be €1,500 (Includes: flights São Paulo / Curitiba /São Paulo, with checked luggage and Carry-on; single room accommodation in 4* hotel; meals; ground transportation and simultaneous interpretation Portuguese / English)
• Fee payment due date is July 15th.
• International travel insurance, a mandatory requirement for participation, shall be provided by each participant since it is not included in the Field Trip package.
• Participants will sign a “liability waiver document” in favor of RTRS once their registration is confirmed.
Sponsorship Value Proposition Investment
Field trips
Port of Santos/Curitiba, Paraná (September 18 –20)
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Two (2) available slots (Port of Santos - Curitiba, Paraná)
€10,500
Three (3) complimentary passes to attend the RTRS Conference (€720 value each)
Two (2) complimentary passes for the sponsored field trip (€1,200 average value each)
Distribution rights for sponsor's promotional materials
Complete your registration before June 20 We look forward to your participation.
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