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Through Order No. 165/2026, the Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has established the structure and evaluation methodology for the knowledge test aimed at pesticide applicators aged 65 or older, as provided for in Regional Legislative Decree No. 13/2022/M.
The evaluation, which is theoretical and practical in nature, can be carried out in written or oral form, depending on the candidate's skills, and covers topics such as label interpretation, equipment regulation, mixture preparation, and safety procedures. The test is preceded by an optional awareness session, and successful candidates will receive a certificate of aptitude for the exercise of the activity.
The Wine, Embroidery and Handicrafts Institute of Madeira has authorized the use of official mobile phones for three technicians and drivers to ensure service agility.
The new maximum retail fuel prices in the Autonomous Region of Madeira come into effect on June 1, 2026.
The Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has defined the average reference prices for 2025, applicable to the fruit and vegetable crop insurance scheme.