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The Government Council authorized the signing of program-contracts with four agricultural sector associations to support their participation and reward producers at the 69th Agricultural Fair.
The Regional Government of Madeira approved financial support for four representative associations of the regional agricultural sector, within the scope of the 69th Agricultural Fair of Porto Moniz, which took place from July 17 to 19, 2026. The resolutions, published in the Official Journal, authorize the signing of program-contracts aimed at compensating the associations' participation expenses and distributing monetary prizes to their associated producers.
This initiative is part of the XVI Regional Government's strategy to promote innovative and sustainable agriculture, valuing the creativity and quality of producers. The awarding of prizes aims to stimulate participation and help offset transportation costs, especially for farmers with lower financial capacity.
The support was formalized through the following resolutions of the Regional Government Council:
The program-contracts take effect from the date of their signing until December 31, 2026. The Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Fisheries was mandated to execute the agreements on behalf of the Autonomous Region of Madeira.
The Regional Government Council approved five public commendations for Madeira athletes and the organisations that supported them, recognising results achieved at international canoeing events. The honours include five bronze medals at the 2026 ICF Ocean Racing World Cup and a European Championship title.
Fabiana Cristela Freitas Fernandes Cardoso and Ana Célia Mendes Sousa Pestana were assigned to the Regional Directorate of School Administration, effective 7 September 2026. Both retain the salary grade they held in their previous positions.
Pedro Gonçalves de Barros has been appointed head of the Territorial Monitoring and Landscape Division of the Regional Directorate for Territorial Planning. The one-year appointment takes effect on 1 October 2026.