In this episode: Lecture by the economist Eduardo Giannetti; the Tunisia Experience food event; beef exports; interview with Alexandre Zayed, from company Globe Brazil; and Rio de Janeiro.

Portal Brazil Expat Living was established two months ago to help in the adaptation of foreigners who are in Brazil on business or on tourism. The idea is to take advantage of the growth of these groups.

São Paulo’s Beth Abi shows 78 pictures inspired in daily life in Lebanon, the land of her grandparents. The show ‘Roots’ will run from October 10 to November 9 at the Brazil-Lebanon Cultural Centre.

The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics has lowered its estimate for this year. According to the organization, 187 million tonnes should be harvested, down 347,700 tonnes from the August forecast.

The enterprises have paid the sums required in order to take part in the auction of the Libra Field, in the pre-salt area of the Campos Basin. However, all of the 11 accredited companies will be eligible.