Agriculture Ministry pledges faster land clearing and crackdown on food mafias

The Agriculture Ministry outlined a plan to hasten land-clearing efforts and enhance support for farm laborers as part of a broader push for food sovereignty. Leaders emphasized that success depends on coordinated action among various ministries, state agencies, the armed forces, police, regional governments, private sector players and small-holder farmers. In addition to expanding production, the ministry highlighted the need to combat illegal market practices that undermine governance and harm communities.

Authorities pledged to target food mafias with professional, evidence-driven legal processes, ensuring that proven violators are prosecuted. The strategy aims to create a fair food system that benefits both producers and consumers while strengthening overall food security.