Lasério

Lasério is a municipality in the northern part of the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil. It is situated in a vast region of savannas and grasslands, with the cerrado biome dominant in the area. The name "Lasério" is derived from the Tupi language, typically referring to villages or settlements, with "Lasério" specifically meaning a house or village near a spring.

The municipality has a land area of approximately 2,554 square kilometers, with a total population of around 18,000 habitants, as reported in the 2020 estimates. Lasério's population is a mix of people of indigenous descent, African Brazilians, and European Brazilians.

Agriculture is the primary economic sector in the region, with soybean and cattle farming being major contributors. Other important activities include rice and agricultural commodities trading. The San Francisco River passes through the municipality, playing a crucial role in regional commerce and transportation.

Lasério has a strong focus on development projects, with the goal of improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities for its residents. Education is highly valued, with several schools and literacy programs operating within the municipality. Brazilian federal government programs provide essential services for rural development, and there has been a recent concern with concern about sustainable development, mainstreaming of biodiversity conservation, and indigenous rights.