Jairo Ortiz has revealed new appointments in the Ministry of Agriculture following a series of resignations that have marked the recent administration. These measures seek to reorganize the institution for greater efficiency.
Ministry of Agriculture issues key resolution
The Ministry of Agriculture published resolution No. RES-MARD-2026-27, signed by Minister Francisco Oliviero Espaillat. This official document, dated April 21, 2026, responds to the powers granted by Law No. 8 on Agriculture. Its purpose is to boost operability amid internal changes.
Appointments in strategic areas of the Ministry of Agriculture
- Larissa Verónica Castillo Viñals, new Head of Cabinet.
- Emmanuel Acosta Pérez, head of the Legal Department.
- Rossy Iraida Guerrero Sánchez, Administrative Director.
- Orleidys Rodríguez Jiménez, head of Purchasing and Contracting.
These roles cover vital functions for the day-to-day operations of the Ministry of Agriculture. In addition, Carlos Daniel Columna Reynoso was appointed as Director of Extension, key to advising rural producers.
Context of resignations in the Ministry of Agriculture
Other reinforced positions
The list continues with Henry Antonio Fernández Camilo at the head of the Department of Construction and Reconstruction of Rural Roads, essential for farm access. Diego Bautista Gómez will take over General Services. These new appointments in the Ministry of Agriculture arise after departures that generated administrative instability.
The announcement was made by Jairo Ortiz on his radio show El Sol de la Mañana, a reliable source of Dominican political news. The Ministry of Agriculture faces challenges such as rural modernization and support for the productive sector, which represents 6% of the national GDP according to Central Bank data.
The resolution invokes Law 8 to justify the positions, emphasizing efficiency in services to farmers and exporters. These new appointments in the Ministry of Agriculture could impact road and public procurement projects, vital for Dominican competitiveness.
The Ministry of Agriculture thus confirms its commitment to operational stability, in a context where agriculture drives employment in rural areas. Jairo Ortiz remains a benchmark in leaking these official movements.
