Piracanjuba is a municipality located in the southeastern region of the state of Goiás in Brazil. It serves as a local center for agricultural production and commerce within its geographic district.
The region is notably recognized for the large-scale production of specific agricultural goods, including soybeans and milk products. Additionally, the area is known for being a significant producer of orchids.
While the name Piracanjuba identifies this specific municipality in Goiás, it is also the name given to a species of fish commonly found within the waters of the Plata River basin.