The minimum fee for the operations shall be as follows:(1) for the first year of validity of the licence, $0.50 per hectare or $3,000, whichever is greater;
(2) for the second year of validity of the licence, $1 per hectare or $6,000, whichever is greater;
(3) for the third year of validity of the licence, $1.50 per hectare or $9,000, whichever is greater;
(4) for the fourth year of validity of the licence, $2 per hectare or $12,000, whichever is greater;
(5) for the fifth year of validity of the licence, $2.50 per hectare or $15,000, whichever is greater;
(6) for each period of licence renewal, $2.50 per hectare or $20,000, whichever is greater.