Minister of Agricultural Development, Buenos Aires; Javier Rodriguezappeared on Channel E and explained the range of measures taken by the state to support producers affected by flooding in central Buenos Aires.
“We will fundamentally address the assistance that has been provided by the state in the face of this situation,” Javier Rodríguez pointed out. It’s been going on for the past few months and it’s definitely getting worse”.
Floods and ongoing problems for months
He explained: “In the central part of Buenos Aires province, the flooding and inundation situation that began several months ago, or more than six months ago, continues. A state of agricultural emergency has been declared from March 1st of this year.”.
Rodriguez emphasized: “Due to the heavy rains that continued in August, September, and today, the situation has become complicatedhas become more complex. ”In this regard, he recalled: “With various tax incentives, we have created and allocated a special fund Approximately 2 billion pesos for rural road maintenance”.
government support
Similarly, he celebrated: “Based on the latest statements and announcements from the central government, The government participated in these working groups We have already been in discussions with local governments. ”
For interviewees, “attending is not only essential; But also the jointThis was already implemented in districts such as July 9, with the participation of hydropower facilities, roads, municipalities and producers.
“This is what we are already asking for, and in this emergency, In some cases, some declarations have already been approved at national level“, held.