Brazil Launches Federal Guide and Local Regulations to Boost Small Businesses and Aquaculture

On November 13, 2026, Brazil’s Ministry of Entrepreneurship, Microenterprise, and Small Business (MEMP) unveiled the Cartilha de Emendas Parlamentares 2027, a detailed guide designed to aid federal deputies and senators in strategically allocating resources within the 2027 Annual Budget Law (PLOA). This initiative aims to amplify support for Brazil’s vast microenterprise sector, which includes over 17.5 million Microentrepreneurs (MEIs), 13.8 million microenterprises, and 1.7 million small businesses—accounting for 96% of active businesses and more than half of formal employment in the country.

The guide organizes investment opportunities into three prioritized areas: Women’s Entrepreneurship, led by the Strategic Women's Entrepreneurship Hub (NEEF), which includes programs supporting women-led small businesses and those affected by domestic violence; the National Inclusion, Craftsmanship, and Microentrepreneurship Secretariat (SISAM), focusing on skill development and productive hubs for artisans; and the National Business Environment Secretariat (SANE), which promotes bureaucratic simplification and production sector modernization. It also clarifies technical procedures for amendments and resource allocation, encouraging parliamentarians to collaborate closely with MEMP’s advisory team.

Complementing this federal initiative, the Government of the Federal District (GDF) has introduced new regulatory measures to support small fish producers and aquaculture. Through Portaria nº 422, provisional sanitary registration is now available for small fish processing units, valid up to 24 months before definitive registration upon final inspection. This measure aims to enhance food safety, improve hygiene, and facilitate market access for small producers. Secretary Rafael Bueno emphasized the importance of this support, and technical assistance will be provided through Seagri-DF and Emater-DF to ensure producers meet the new standards.

Together, these initiatives reflect coordinated efforts at federal and local levels to foster entrepreneurship, simplify formalization processes, and strengthen sectoral value chains in Brazil. By facilitating access to resources and regulatory compliance, Brazil aims to empower small business owners and local producers, driving inclusive economic growth across municipalities.

"These developments represent a significant step in strengthening our local economies and supporting the backbone of Brazil’s productive sector," highlighted Vinícius Campos, Undersecretary of Agricultural Defense, underscoring the government’s ongoing commitment to small business advancement and food safety.