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Through Order No. 165/2026, the Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has established the structure and evaluation methodology for the knowledge test aimed at pesticide applicators aged 65 or older, as provided for in Regional Legislative Decree No. 13/2022/M.
The evaluation, which is theoretical and practical in nature, can be carried out in written or oral form, depending on the candidate's skills, and covers topics such as label interpretation, equipment regulation, mixture preparation, and safety procedures. The test is preceded by an optional awareness session, and successful candidates will receive a certificate of aptitude for the exercise of the activity.
The Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has made technical amendments to 12 ordinances regulating support for the agricultural sector in the Autonomous Region of Madeira.
The Regional Government Council has authorized MPE - Madeira Parques Empresariais to carry out a land swap to boost investment in the São Vicente Business Park.
The Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has created the Selection Committee to evaluate candidates for the Porto Moniz Agricultural Fair awards.