Law No. 15070: Pioneering Sustainable Bioinput Practices in Brazil

Enacted on December 23, 2024, Law No. 15,070 establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for bioinputs in Brazil, covering their production, importation, exportation, registration, commercialization, and use. This landmark legislation integrates sustainability into agricultural, livestock, aquaculture, and forestry practices, aligning Brazil’s agricultural policies with global environmental goals.

The law applies to various cultivation systems, including conventional, organic, and agroecological methods. It covers bioinputs such as biostimulants, biological control agents, biofertilizers, and inoculants. And it governs all aspects of bioinput production. By requiring strict registration for biofactories, importers, exporters, and commercial entities, the legislation ensures high standards of quality and safety while encouraging innovation in bioinput technologies.

To promote sustainable practices, the law introduces financial incentives for the research, development, and use of bioinputs, particularly supporting microenterprises, cooperatives, and family farmers. Simplified registration processes are available for certain low-risk products, and traditional practices by indigenous communities and small-scale producers are supported through exemptions for self-use bioinput production.

The introduction of TREPDA, a tax on bioinput registration, provides a financial mechanism for regulatory oversight while ensuring affordability through capped rates and exemptions for simplified procedures. Additionally, transitional measures ensure that existing bioinputs can continue to be used while the industry adjusts to the new standards.

It also amends and revokes specific provisions of existing laws to align with modern practices, including updates to the legal framework for fertilizers, environmental control products, and bioinput registration requirements.

With this law, Brazil takes a significant step toward promoting sustainable agricultural development, enhancing food security, and protecting its rich biodiversity. By fostering the production and use of bioinputs, the country strengthens its position as a global leader in sustainable agriculture. For more details, you can access the law (available in Portuguese) here.