URGENT ADVISORY
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE The Ministry of Agriculture wishes to advise the public that the Hydromet Office has recorded rains of intensity between 12 to 20 mm per hour over the Atlantic and More »
Misinformation peddled on Guyana/Trinidad MOU
Media Release November 22, 2013 A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the Government of Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago in September to grant the Twin Island access to lands More »
NOTICE TENDER (RFP FD 58- 2012)
NOTICE TENDER (RFP FD 58- 2012) GUYANA SUGAR CORPORATION INC. The Guyana Sugar Corporation Inc. invites suitably qualified Manufacturers and Suppliers to tender for the supply of: FIELD CHAINS AND PUNT HOOKS More »
Cost of Production Workshop held on way forward for farmers -aims to ensure that agriculture is done in a cost effective way
The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), through a collaborative approach with the Ministry of Agriculture today convened a ‘Cost of Production’ Workshop, where technical officers and farmers were highlight More »
Agri. Minister confident NDIA well prepared to tackle rainy season -approximately 14 pumps installed at critical areas
The Ministry of Agriculture has been ‘upping the ante’ with respect to preparation for the December/January rainy season as plans are apace to have measures in place to safeguard possible impacts the More »
URGENT ADVISORY
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE
The Ministry of Agriculture wishes to advise the public that the Hydromet Office has recorded rains of intensity between 12 to 20 mm per hour over the Atlantic and a strip of the coast in the area around Region 4 and Region 5 adjoining lands.
If this persist we may have accumulation of water as was recorded on November 26 in areas listed.Region 6 may also experience heavy showers.
The Ministry of Agriculture is urging all persons to take precautionary measures as the situation continues to be closely monitored.
This intensity is highly abnormal. In 2005 heavy periods of rain averaged about 7 mm per hour.Given high levels of water in canals flooding will be expected if rain systems move onto coast, particularly Georgetown.
Misinformation peddled on Guyana/Trinidad MOU
Media Release
November 22, 2013
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the Government of Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago in September to grant the Twin Island access to lands in Guyana for the purpose of sustainable food production.
Since its announcement, several questions were raised by the media, private sector and Opposition spokespersons with respect to its legality, benefits to be derived, and authenticity.
NOTICE TENDER (RFP FD 58- 2012)
NOTICE TENDER (RFP FD 58- 2012)
GUYANA SUGAR CORPORATION INC.
The Guyana Sugar Corporation Inc. invites suitably qualified Manufacturers and Suppliers to tender for the supply of:
FIELD CHAINS AND PUNT HOOKS FOR YEAR 2014 (Delivery to Guysuco as per Delivery Schedule given in Tender Document) Closing Date for Tender will be Thursday December 12, 2013.
Cost of Production Workshop held on way forward for farmers -aims to ensure that agriculture is done in a cost effective way
The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), through a collaborative approach with the Ministry of Agriculture today convened a ‘Cost of Production’ Workshop, where technical officers and farmers were highlight on ways in which Agriculture in Guyana can be sustainable through a cost effective approach.
Agri. Minister confident NDIA well prepared to tackle rainy season -approximately 14 pumps installed at critical areas
The Ministry of Agriculture has been ‘upping the ante’ with respect to preparation for the December/January rainy season as plans are apace to have measures in place to safeguard possible impacts the season can incur.
Agri. Minister confident NDIA well prepared to tackle rainy season -approximately 14 pumps installed at critical areas
The Ministry of Agriculture has been ‘upping the ante’ with respect to preparation for the December/January rainy season as plans are apace to have measures in place to safeguard possible impacts the season can incur.
Dr. Ramsammy urges investors to look for bio-ethanol production potential
THE conclusion of a technical cooperation agreement, under the theme “Expanding Bio-energy Opportunities in Guyana” last Wednesday saw the call for investors by Agriculture Minister, Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, to look into the potential of producing bio-ethanol in Guyana.
Ethanol fuel mix considered in drive to reduce dependency on fossil fuels – legislation under consideration
THERE are indications that motorists may soon be powering their vehicles with a 10% fuel blend, as much focus is being placed on bio-fuel as the additional component, according to Agriculture Minister Dr. Leslie Ramsammy.The minister made this declaration recently while addressing the closing session of a symposium on bio-energy. At this forum he also disclosed that the Office of the Prime Minister was already examining legislation to facilitate the fuel mix.
More opportunities for Small Scale Farmers through market based approach -as GMC partners to have products displayed once monthly
Farmers are soon to benefit from assistance in having their products and services marketed through the New Guyana Marketing Corporation (GMC).
The Ministry of Agriculture through a collaborative approach with the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), and the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO), has been
Statement by Hon. Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, Minister of Agriculture
Guyana’s Constitution and Parliamentary Standing Order promotes participatory democracy by finding a way where every segment of society can participate in ensuring we build a strong Democracy. One way to do so is at the level of the Parliament of Guyana from individuals and groups. Such petitions allow the public to bring their voices to the floor of the Parliament.