PANAMA CITY – In a significant development for regional agricultural governance, Dominican Agriculture Minister Limber Cruz has been appointed to the pro-tempore presidency of the Central American Agricultural Council (CAC). The transition of leadership occurred during formal proceedings in Panama City, marking a recognition of the Dominican Republic’s emergent status as an agricultural powerhouse within the region.
The appointment underscores the nation’s considerable advancements in agricultural productivity, technological innovation, biosecurity protocols, and institutional capacity building. Minister Cruz’s elevation to this prestigious position is widely viewed as a direct consequence of his ministerial track record, characterized by implementing pragmatic policies, delivering substantial direct support to agricultural producers, and enhancing efficiency throughout critical value chains.
This leadership role within the CAC, an integral body of the Central American Integration System (SICA), empowers the Dominican Republic to steer collaborative efforts aimed at bolstering regional food security, stimulating sustainable rural development, and fostering deeper economic integration among member states. The presidency is anticipated to serve as a platform for sharing the Dominican model of agricultural success while addressing shared challenges and opportunities across Central America.