La Derecha Diario Córdoba: the Rural Society of Jesús María demands the elimination of municipal taxes on agriculture
Eduardo Riera warned that livestock guides are an 'internal customs' that punish the agricultural sector and called for their elimination by law
The 78th Rural Expo of Jesús María once again established itself as the most important productive showcase in northern Córdoba. With more than 43,000 visitors and a record number of exhibitors, the event not only showcased the potential of the agricultural sector but was also a stage for demands. The focus was on the tax burden that continues to stifle producers.
Criticism of local tax pressure
Riera called for greater government efficiency and an end to unnecessary expenses, demanding a government that serves production. He stated that Córdoba needs clear and fair rules so that the agricultural sector can generate jobs and wealth. He also highlighted the technical role of organizations such as INTA and Senasa, although he called for a reduction in their bureaucracy.
The speech included a special section on municipal fees for livestock transport permits. Riera denounced that this is a tax without compensation and described it as an "internal customs." According to estimates from the Rural Society, this charge collected $13.5 billion between 2024 and so far in 2025.
A burden that reduces competitiveness
The complaint resonated strongly among mayors of the region present at the event, although most local leaders continue to apply the fee. The head of the SRJM demanded that it be eliminated by law, considering that it unfairly penalizes production. For the agricultural sector, it means an additional cost that affects the competitiveness of the entire chain.
Riera also criticized distortive taxes such as the Stamp Tax and Gross Income Tax applied to the purchase of machinery and agricultural activities. He asserted that instead of encouraging investment, the provincial tax system discourages modernization. "We're not asking for privileges: we're asking for coherent and fair rules," the leader emphasized.
The demand is part of a vision shared by rural organizations in the northwest region, which seek to consolidate long-term policies. According to Riera, northern Córdoba has enormous potential, but it needs infrastructure, security, and digital connectivity. He warned that excessive tax pressure is the main obstacle to achieving that development.
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