By Ana Mano

SAO PAULO, Dec 3 (Reuters) – Brazil’s state of Para has delayed the deadline for the introduction of tracking devices in its cattle herds, a blow to environmental efforts to introduce a regional policy that advocates say is key in preventing deforestation.

According to a decision published in the state’s official gazette on Wednesday, Governor Helder Barbalho has allowed the identification of bovine and buffalo to be completed by December 31, 2030.

Previously, Para cattle ranchers had until January 1, 2026 to identify the herd with ear tags, provided they had their animal transit records in order. The final deadline for identifying and tracking all of the state’s animals was January 1, 2027.

Improvements in cattle traceability efforts would be a powerful tool to choke off r

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