Mar 2 β€’ 02:08 UTC πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Message to the countryside: Milei promised to continue lowering withholdings as long as fiscal balance allows and spoke about a regime for seeds

President Javier Milei assured that the government will responsibly lower agricultural withholdings depending on the fiscal surplus and introduced a new regime for seed innovation.

In a recent address during the opening of the ordinary sessions in Congress, President Javier Milei laid out his plans for agricultural policy, emphasizing a commitment to lowering the taxation of agricultural exports, known as withholdings. He underscored that this reduction will be undertaken responsibly, contingent upon the maintenance of a fiscal surplus. Milei's administration is seeking to ensure that these fiscal policies support rather than undermine the agricultural sector's potential.

Furthermore, Milei discussed a new regime aimed at promoting innovation in seed production, which he believes is key to transforming Argentina’s agricultural output. He projected that the country could potentially produce 300 million tons of grains, effectively doubling current production levels. This ambitious growth is tied to the introduction of a property rights regime for seed innovators, which he argues will encourage investment and technological advancement in the agricultural sector.

Milei's speech reflects a broader strategy to foster agricultural growth while maintaining sound fiscal management. His approach suggests a significant commitment to modernizing agricultural practices and increasing output without compromising fiscal health, which could have substantial implications for both domestic food production and export capabilities in a country traditionally reliant on its agricultural sector.

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