The Central Bank (BCRA) has been urged to hear from the liaison table once again regarding the increase in credit costs for producers and the risks posed by food imports. This request came after a meeting between rural leaders who emphasized the need for a meeting with BCRA President Santiago Bausili. They expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of response to their previous requests made over three months ago, particularly regarding rules affecting rates for wheat and soybean producers. Ruralists also raised concerns about the potential negative impact of food imports on local producers if equal conditions were not maintained.
The rural leaders also highlighted the detrimental effects of excessive tax increases and new fees imposed in various districts across the country. These measures contribute to the already high tax burden faced by producers, adding to their production costs. They called on national, provincial, and municipal legislators to reconsider these tax policies and prioritize measures that support production and economic growth. The liaison table emphasized the urgent need for fiscal measures to alleviate financial strain on producers and promote a more favorable environment for agricultural activities.
Furthermore, they expressed concern over the high cost of foot and mouth disease vaccines at the beginning of the vaccination campaign. They indicated that this issue would be examined in collaboration with relevant organizations to determine specific details influencing vaccine costs. The liaison table announced a consultation period within their entities to gather feedback on vaccine costs, underscoring its importance in safeguarding livestock health and supporting agriculture sector.
In summary, rural leaders have urged BCRA President Santiago Bausili to hold another hearing concerning credit costs increase for producers, risks posed by food imports, excessive tax increases, new fees imposed in various districts across the country as well as high cost of foot and mouth disease vaccines at start of vaccination campaign. They called on national, provincial, and municipal legislators to consider reconsidering these policies while emphasizing urgent need for fiscal measures to alleviate financial strain on farmers promoting agricultural activities favorably.
