Venezuela’s national federation of ranchers, Fedenaga, has criticized a draft agrarian law recently approved by the National Assembly, arguing it lacks sufficient penalties for livestock theft and cattle rustling. The organization’s president stated the current draft fails to adequately address these crimes, allowing perpetrators to be released quickly with only cautionary measures. Fedenaga is advocating for significantly harsher punishments to deter theft, which they say is currently rampant. They believe the law needs to be redefined to include more substantial penalties for those caught in the act. The federation asserts that the current lenient approach encourages continued criminal activity, impacting the agricultural sector. This critique highlights ongoing concerns about security and legal protections for ranchers in Venezuela. The issue was raised following the law’s first discussion and before further revisions are considered.