Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emater

Noun

eh-mah-ter

Definition

A government agency or organization focused on agricultural extension services in Brazil, specifically aimed at providing support and assistance to farmers.

Examples

Emater provides crucial support to local farmers by offering workshops on sustainable farming practices.
The farmers credited Emater with significantly improving their harvests through its guidance.

Meaning

Emater stands for ‘Empresa de Assistência Técnica e Extensão Rural’, which translates to ‘Technical Assistance and Rural Extension Company’. It specializes in offering technical guidance, training, and social development services to improve agricultural practices.