Governor announces measures to strengthen artisanal cheese production in Minas Gerais, Brazil

Published Apr 14, 2021

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Governor Romeu Zema announced new regulations for artisanal cheeses from the Alagoa and Mantiqueira regions in Brazil, allowing for official registration and legal sale nationwide. The move, a result of collaborations between various agencies and producers, will provide formal recognition and boost the sector. Additionally, a $900,000 funding allocation for cheese research in universities and changes to the maturation period for certain cheeses aim to further support the industry. This initiative is expected to increase production efficiency, quality, and potentially boost exports.

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Governor Romeu Zema announced on Thursday (8/4) the publication of an order by the Instituto Mineiro de Agropecuária (IMA) that establishes technical regulations for the identity and quality of artisanal cheeses from the regions of Alagoa and Mantiqueira. From now on, with this measure, cheese producers in these regions can apply for registration with IMA and, subsequently, obtain the Art Seal, which will allow the legal sale of cheese throughout Brazil. Another ordinance announced changes the maturation period of Minas Artesanal da Canastra and Serra do Salitre cheese from 22 to 14 days, which will also boost production. During the announcement, which had the virtual participation of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply, Tereza Cristina, Zema reaffirmed the commitment of the current management to strengthen rural production. “I hope that with this action we are not only recognizing the very important work that the producers do, but, mainly, giving dignity to an ...

Source: Portal Do Agronegocio