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Deforestation in the Amazon and Cerrado Reaches Historic Low

Deforestation in the Amazon and Cerrado has fallen to the lowest recorded level, according to data from the Brazilian government and Inpe.

17 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Deforestation in the Legal Amazon and the Cerrado has significantly decreased in the past year, reaching the lowest rate recorded in nearly four decades. According to data released by the National Institute for Space Research (Inpe), the deforested area in the Amazon between August 2025 and July 2026 was 3,335 km², representing a 42% decline compared to the previous period.

This performance marks the fifth consecutive year of reduced deforestation in the Amazon and the fourth year of decline in the Cerrado. The previous lowest rate was recorded in 2012, when deforestation reached 4,571 km².

In the state of Amapá, the reduction was even more pronounced, with a 52.9% decrease in the deforested area, dropping from 17 km² to just 8 km² during the same period. This decrease in deforestation aligns with the trend observed across the Northern Region of Brazil.

The data reveals that, despite the overall decline, the states of Pará, Mato Grosso, and Amazonas continue to lead the loss of forest area in the country. The Brazilian government highlighted the importance of these figures, marking a historic moment in controlling deforestation in these biomes.

Information regarding the reduction in deforestation was presented during the release of statistics by the government and Inpe, emphasizing that the Amazon and Cerrado have reached their lowest indices since monitoring began.

These figures reflect the policies implemented in recent years to curb environmental destruction, but significant challenges remain, particularly in regions where deforestation continues to be a concern.

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