The President of the Customs Chamber of Faith, Eduardo Tavares, expects Alfândega da Fé cherry to receive Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) certification by the next annual fair in June. The municipality has leased land to young farmers to plant cherry orchards and is investing in irrigation and other crops. The government has increased payments to small and family farming, extended agri-environmental aid to young farmers, and promises support for farmers and family farming.