Asunción, IP Agency.- The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock delivered a total of G. 3,178,036,500 for the provision of agricultural implements, inputs and contributions from the National Development Bank to soybean producers in the department of Canindeyú who suffered losses due to the drought in previous years.
It was during the event chaired by the head of the MAG, Carlos Giménez, at the Laguna Pacoba National School, in the Yasy Cañy district.
Through the MAG System, a tractor with agricultural inputs was delivered, in addition to contributions from the BNF to soybean producers in Canindeyú.
The head of the agricultural portfolio, Carlos Giménez, confirmed that the government of President Santiago Peña supports the small producer, the Paraguayan who works and trusts in the work of the countryside.
On the occasion, he highlighted that the National Development Bank granted more than 80,000 million guaraníes to producers who had many debts and that it even granted them refinancing; while the Agricultural Habilitation Credit, more than 25,000 million guaraníes to those who had problems. Likewise, he highlighted that the government provides inputs to those who can no longer access loans, so that the farms are not left without crops this year.
He explained that there was a delay in the delivery of supplies, because the beneficiaries lacked documents. He added that this happens, because we need to formalize ourselves in our country, so that our small producers and our economy are better, and that is what President Santiago Peña points out, he expressed.
Paraguay exports production
On the other hand, Minister Giménez recalled that previously, many tomatoes were thrown into the streets, but for the first time after 70 years, Paraguay exports its production and highlighted that 15 loads of tomatoes were exported to Argentina. He pointed out that onion, carrots and cabbage were exported for the first time and reported that work is being done to also export cabbage, he added.
He also highlighted that the government of President Santiago Peña enacted the School Feeding Law, Zero Hunger, which must provide food for school feeding. «We are going to need supplies, vegetables to give lunch to the children. It is an opportunity that small producers should not miss to convert the fruit of their efforts into money,” said the head of MAG, Carlos Giménez.
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**Interview with Carlos Giménez, Minister of Agriculture and Livestock of Paraguay**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Minister Giménez. Can you share more about the recent financial support given to soybean producers in Canindeyú?
**Carlos Giménez:** Thank you for having me. The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock has provided G. 3,178,036,500 to support soybean producers in Canindeyú, who have faced significant losses due to drought in previous years. This funding will provide essential agricultural implements and inputs to help them recover.
**Editor:** Could you elaborate on the specific aid that was delivered at the event at Laguna Pacoba National School?
**Carlos Giménez:** Absolutely. We delivered not only a tractor equipped with agricultural inputs but also contributions from the National Development Bank. This initiative aims to ensure that our farmers, who are vital to our economy, have the necessary tools to continue their work and improve their productivity.
**Editor:** How does this initiative align with the government’s broader agricultural support goals?
**Carlos Giménez:** Our government, under President Santiago Peña, is committed to supporting small producers and promoting sustainable agriculture. We believe that by aiding our farmers, we promote food security and economic stability in rural areas. This financial support underscores our trust in the hard work and dedication of the Paraguayan farmer.
**Editor:** What are the next steps for producers in Canindeyú who receive this support?
**Carlos Giménez:** The next steps involve the use of the delivered implements to enhance agricultural practices. We will continue to monitor their progress and provide additional guidance and support as needed to ensure they can optimize their yields and recover from the impacts of drought.
**Editor:** Thank you, Minister Giménez, for your insights on this important initiative.
**Carlos Giménez:** Thank you for the opportunity to share our efforts in supporting agriculture in Paraguay.
