Program for the Strengthening of Agricultural Health Services and the Sustainable Management of Maritime Resources in Argentina (PROSAMA)

implementation

he general objective of the program is to promote the productivity, sustainability and climate resilience of agri-food and marine systems, with a focus on technological innovation. The specific objectives are: (i) to improve the effectiveness of surveillance, control, and prevention of the introduction of pests and diseases that affect the country's zoo-phytosanitary heritage; (ii) increase the diagnostic capabilities of plant and animal health laboratories, and improve quality control of agrifood products; (iii) improve the quality of certification services, payments, and procedures offered by the National Service for Agrifood Health and Quality (SENASA); and (iv) improve research capabilities on oceanographic resources, marine ecosystems, and the coastline.