According to Agostinho, most areas affected by illegal deforestation are reserves, which reduces the margin for errors in assessments
The president of, Rodrigo Agostinho, stated that the institution is open to review its great operation against the, known as the embargo. However, he emphasized that there will be no tolerance for environmental crimes. According to Agostinho, most areas affected by illegal deforestation are reserves, which reduces the margin for errors in the assessments. During the operation, which took place between April and May, Ibama embarked more than 70 thousand hectares and 5,000 properties in states such as Acre, Amazonas, Mato Grosso, Rondônia and Pará. The president of the agency stressed that the assessment and embargo are applied to 100% of the illegal deforestation identified, reinforcing the seriousness of the action.
Upon completion of the operation, owners have 30 days to remove the cattle that was raised illegally. In addition, they are prevented from accessing rural credit lines, which can significantly impact their activities. Augustine also mentioned that it is common to arise disagreements in relation to embargoes, often due to outdated documents or authorizations that are not registered in the system. For those who feel harmed, the president of Ibama has ensured that it is possible to submit new documents or request an additional deadline for regularization. This opening for review aims to ensure that the rights of owners are respected, while effectively fighting illegal deforestation in Brazil.
Posted by Patrícia Costa
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