Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha on Tuesday met with farmers on the Essequibo Coast, Region Two where he outlined a series of measures aimed at protecting varioius industries, reducing production costs and creating new income-generating opportunities through agricultural diversification. The engagements saw rice, shrimp, and onion farmers speaking with the…
Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, on Tuesday, met with a group of farmers from Anna Regina and surrounding communities on the Essequibo Coast in the boardroom of the Regional Democratic Council’s office to discuss the expansion of onion cultivation in the region as the Government continues efforts to boost local…
The government has invested $2 billion in agriculture development across Region Nine as efforts continue to transform hinterland communities and expand commercial farming opportunities. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha said last Thursday that the government is making major investments to ensure hinterland communities enjoy the same opportunities and facilities available…
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha has welcomed the arrival of 89 pregnant heifers, describing it as a major step in Guyana’s efforts to reduce dependence on imported dairy products. The heifers, part of a US$30 million investment by Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL), arrived at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA)…
A multi-million irrigation canal is slated to be constructed from Canje Creek to Crabwood Creek to provide reliable irrigated water to hundreds of farmers in the area. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, told residents and farmers on Saturday that the project will commence next week. He further added that it…
The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Fisheries Department, has commenced cage aquaculture activities in Nappi Village, Region Nine, as part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to expand aquaculture production and create sustainable income opportunities in hinterland communities. Last October, five fish cages were assembled and subsequently installed in the Nappi…
Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, on Thursday, traveled to Region Nine to launch a new apiculture project, aimed at expanding income opportunities for residents while strengthening Guyana’s growing honey industry. The project, which forms part of a commitment made by H.E. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, was launched in the villages…
Agriculture Minister and Chairman of the CARICOM Ministerial Taskforce on Food Security, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, has underscored the urgent need for coordinated regional action to address the impact of ongoing global conflicts on food and economic stability across the Caribbean. The call was made during the first CARICOM Ministerial Taskforce…
