The Portuguese government is preparing a bonus for agricultural diesel as a measure to curb the impact of rising fuel prices on food. The initiative comes in a context of continuous growth in energy costs that affects the primary sector.
The Minister of Economy and Territorial Cohesion considered the increase in diesel costs in agriculture "particularly concerning." The statement highlights the executive's attention to the financial pressure that farmers currently face.
The official noted that farmers have no room to reduce diesel consumption, since this fuel is essential for the operation of tractors and agricultural machinery. This limitation makes agricultural activity particularly vulnerable to fluctuations in fuel prices.
The bonus measure aims to mitigate the ripple effect that the increase in agricultural production costs can have on the final prices of food for consumers.
