Information: Technical cooperation between the Azores and Madeira contributes to development of agriculture, says João Ponte
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry stated that the technical cooperation between the Azores and Madeira is an important contribution to the development and qualification of agriculture in both Autonomous Regions. "Training sessions, technical visits or even the exchange of seeds are measures that should be reinforced and stimulated between both Autonomous Regions, as there is know... more >>

Information: João Ponte says Plan for 2019 ensures appropriations for development of agriculture in the Azores
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry stated in Horta that the allocation of 62.3 million Euros under the 2019 Investment Plan ensures appropriations for agriculture to continue growing and developing in the Azores. "The Plan guarantees funding for agriculture to continue developing, modernising and becoming more competitive, while meeting the short-term needs of farmers, such as dro... more >>

Information: Regional Government considers investment in innovation and promotion as fundamental for promotion of dairy products
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry stated that it is fundamental to invest in quality, innovation and promotion of Azorean dairy products, such as cheese, to conquer new markets and establish them as products of excellence. "In the Azores, we have the best cheeses produced in the country, which, for their excellence, flavour, tradition and quality, deserve to be better paid. In or... more >>

Information: Azorean farmers to receive 62 million Euros in advance under POSEI and PRORURAL+
Azorean farmers received today 62 million Euros in anticipated aid granted under POSEI and PRORURAL +, of which € 5.6 million Euros were allocated under the Regional Budget, announced the Azorean Government. This payment, anticipated in two months, reaches 85% of the amount provided for PRORURAL+ measures and 70% of direct payments under POSEI. The anticipated payment in POSEI aid from 50% ... more >>

Information: Regional Government made strategic investment in sustainability of pineapple production, says João Ponte
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry highlighted the importance of the work carried out towards the sustainability of pineapple culture. In this regard, he announced the holding of a meeting with producers for a reflection on the challenges faced by this fruit, whose dynamics has been growing in recent years as evidenced in the increase of demand and average price. "We intend to ho... more >>

Information: João Ponte assures that the agricultural sector remains priority for the Regional Government
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry stated on São Miguel that the increase of five million Euros in the Region's own funds for agriculture under the 2019 Plan demonstrates that the sector remains a priority for the Azorean Government. "It is a guarantee that the agricultural sector remains a priority and demonstrates the Regional Government's determination to maintain a stron... more >>

Information: Regional Government supports production of sheep milk cheese on Santa Maria
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry announced on Santa Maria that sheep milk cheese will be produced next year on this island, after the completion of the works in the cheese plant owned by ARCOA - Association of Sheep and Goat Breeders of Santa Maria Island, emphasising that this is an innovative product with economic potential. "The works are expected to be completed by February ... more >>

Information: Regional Government launches contract work for rehabilitation of Quinta de São Lourenço Manor and Chapel on Faial Island
The Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Forestry published today in the Official Journal the public tender for the contract work for the rehabilitation of the Manor and Chapel of Quinta de São Lourenço (estate), where the Faial Island Exhibition Park is installed.The intervention in the two 18th century buildings has an estimated budget of more than 450 thousand Euros. It fulfils an... more >>

Information: João Ponte highlights contribution of producers’ organisations to development of agriculture
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry highlighted the active and fundamental contribution of producers' organisations to the ongoing development of the agricultural sector in the Azores. "It is fair to recognise the performance of producers' organisations in the process of ongoing development and modernisation of the agricultural sector at various levels," said João Ponte. He sp... more >>

Information: Government of the Azores highlights vitality and dynamics of dairy sector
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Forestry highlighted today the great vitality and dynamics of the dairy sector in the Azores, registering a production growth up to 3.4% in August in comparison with the same period of 2017. "In the particular case of Flores, where production has grown above the regional average, standing at 5.6%, the challenge is to maintain this trend of growth in milk... more >>