The Ministry of Agriculture has rolled out a new initiative at Black Bush Polder in Region Six to promote the safe storage of agricultural chemicals and reduce the risks associated with pesticide exposure in farming communities. Through this programme, farmers will receive specially designed storage cabinets equipped with dual locking…
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha, on Tuesday afternoon, provided an update on flood mitigation efforts currently being executed by the Ministry of Agriculture through the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) during a visit to the River View Pump Station at Ruimveldt, Georgetown. While engaging members of the media, Minister…
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…
