Coup de Effect: After severe frost damage, Massa arrives in Mendoza to help the growers.

Amid demands for more funds from radical governor Suarez, the minister will meet with representatives of the five provinces and affected entities this Monday.

November 6, 202216:36

Mendoza. This is a political move that has a chilling effect. The The late frosts did a lot of damage In this province, which led to all kinds of complaints: from manufacturers to local executive authorities and the governor. Rodolfo Suarez at the Casa Rosada for that More help and response in the field. According to this scenario of tensions and disputes that include Mendoza is suing the nation for discrimination In the provision of discretionary funds, this Monday the Economy Minister will step onto Cuyo’s soil, Serge Massawhose purpose Calm down and stand still On the way to a sharp election process in 2023. The measures will also be extended to other provinces affected by the climatic situation.

in contact ღThose close to the leader of the renewal front are enthusiastic about the visit, focusing on the announcements he will make for the productive sector and distancing themselves from proselytizing motives. The mass will be around noon at the facilities of the National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) in Komuna. Luyan de Cuyo. Meanwhile, those who follow him the most are warning local authorities. “We hope that the governor will come to terms with the situation; Which does not indicate a crack in this thread. We hope that all actors will work together to overcome the situation and political harassment will not start,” said the local referee.

In the Ministry of Economy of the Nation, in the field of industry and productive development, which orders Jose Ignacio de MendigurenMendoza Gabriela LizanaThe secretary of production and the former manager of the vineyard told the newspaper about this Massa summoned the production ministers of the five provinces to present a plan to mitigate the effects of the late frosts.After crop losses in various fruit and vegetable crops (grapes, cherries, plums, pears, apples, pumpkins and walnuts) have reached 100% in specific areas, making future crop prospects difficult. in fact, More than 130 districts in Mendoza were affected, spread over 15 divisions, where the impact was felt over an area of ​​more than 20,000 hectares and affected hundreds of families. Among the possible statements, in addition Credits at a subsidized rateThere is a line activation for 12 months ReproAs it happened during the pandemic: Financial assistance to cover up to half of each salary; Also, the declaration of a state of emergency in the affected provinces and the request for a climate emergency allocation for the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), which will be about 40 million USD, according to economic sources.

“Climate change is taking a toll on production systems. In recent days, a late Pacific freeze has destroyed part of the Andean economy’s production, affecting Mendoza, San Juan, Rio Negro, Neuquen and Catamarca, among others. That is why on Monday we call on all provincial production ministers and affected economic actors to initiate a set of fiscal and credit measures to protect the sector,” Massa said in recent hours on social networks.

So far, the provincial government has, in Suarez’s words, activated a declaration of emergency, loans at subsidized rates, agricultural insurance and is working on plans to support work, while asking the nation for “finances to support producers.”

Thus, while complaints on the farms are increasing so that more official attention and supplies are available, the referents of the provincial executive and the opposition do not stop yearning. “How can it be that Suarez does not take any measures in favor of those who lost everything due to frost. Is he really dedicated only to do something for the nation? They advertise that they have a collection of almost 20,000 million plus and they are not giving up on the idea. The government is resting, don’t be disappointed,” Senator Camp shot Lucas Ilardoowner of the justicialista block.

These statements found an echo in the ruling party in Mendoza. “Instead of criticizing, join the fight against this climate disaster and call your fellow Camp and Alberto Minister. I leave it to Peter i Send the ATN that exists for these cases And not to politics with friendly governors,” the provincial deputy was sent Martin KerchnerPresident of the Radical Bloc.

From Kirchnerism, they claim that the camperist senator Annabel Fernandez SagastOne of the main swords of the vice president Christina KirchnerHe was also an important part of managing Massa’s visit.

Amidst this political scenario, over the weekend The mass was emboldened and spread the call to subjects and wards represents the affected sectors. “This is the first time in recent years that the Minister of Economy “goes into the territory” in the context of such desperation in a sector where production has been affected by extremely high percentages. “Not only wine, but also fruits and vegetables are in a difficult condition,” says Lizana. “The fact that, within the framework of a very difficult agenda, that Massa decided to come to Mendoza to make a statement and see the situation with his own eyes speaks of the compassion and sensitivity of a minister who works for the well-being of all, true. At least it also brings hope to sectors that have been invisible for years,” concluded the national official, also a wine producer and director of BICE Trusts.

Massa’s supporters are enthusiastic about the place their leader is taking in the national executive, but they want to make it clear that what happened in Mendoza goes beyond any election speculation. “The call will not have a partisan tone. The announcement raised expectations in terms of content, but also in terms of hope arising from visibility,” they told the newspaper. “There is a great opportunity for the sector to come together and collaborate with the proposals to get the regional economy back to where it should be.” And that can be understood Small and medium agricultural enterprises are the main generator of real employmentThey create wealth and most importantly: we never downgrade our weapons,” they concluded, betting on “a nationwide policy of inclusion of small and medium-sized producers and a scheme to promote activity.”

Kambia Mendoza, one of the legislators of the Local Government Front, Jorge DifonsoCuyo, a former leader of the Land Renewal Front and a current People’s Union MP, hailed the arrival of a mass he has known for decades. “In 50 years, the Minister of Economy never came to lay the body next to the people of Mendoza because of bad weather.. The magnitude of the problem prompted Massa to call Mendoza to other affected provinces. Massa is the responsible minister who is responsible for the problems. The severity of the damage caused by the frost is a productive disaster,” DiFonso said. “We are going to work with him on Monday, looking for solutions,” he concluded.