Machados
Machados (population 11.802) is a city in northeastern Brazil, in the State of Pernambuco. It lies in the mesoregion of Agreste of Pernambuco and has an area of . It is the largest producer of bananas of the state, with over 21.000 ton. Economy. The main economic activities in Machados are related with commerce and agribusiness, especially bananas, sugarcane and cattle. Economic Indicators. Economy by Sector (2006) Twin towns — sister cities. Machados is twinned with: