Coronavirus

Agriculture Ministry to issue electronic sanitary permits for exported food products

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced the Agriculture Ministry to digitize its process for issuing phytosanitary certificates for agricultural products sent for export. As a way to reduce inspectors’ contact with said food products, these permits will now be issued via digital certificates.

The Agriculture Ministry also stated it will advance payments of crop guarantees as a result of the pandemic. BRL 73.3 million will be paid this month to more than 120,000 farmers who saw production reduced due to droughts in the 2018–2019 season.

Brenno Grillo

Brenno has worked as a journalist since 2012, specializing in coverage related to law and the justice system. He has worked for O Estado de S. Paulo, Portal Brasil, ConJur, and has experience in political campaigns.

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