A simple idea born during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved into a thriving agro-processing business, demonstrating how government initiatives aimed at human-centred development are transforming the lives of ordinary Guyanese. For entrepreneur Radhika Basdeo, founder of Basdeo’s Dynasty, the journey began in late 2020 when surplus produce…
The Mahaica Mahaicony Abary Agricultural Development Authority (MMA-ADA) is set to strengthen agricultural operations on the coast by rehabilitating a key shed at its seed facility in Onverwagt. The authority has invited qualified contractors to submit tenders for Phase II of the project, which has an estimated cost of $30.4…
Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha urging contractors to fully account for potential challenges before committing to project timelines as the government is intensifying efforts to ensure the timely delivery of critical agriculture infrastructure. During a recent engagement with contractors executing projects across the country, the minister underscored the importance of…
With the Regional Food Hub at Yarrowkabra along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway nearing completion, farmers will soon benefit from improved market access and expanded export opportunities. The facility will support the aggregation, processing, packaging and export of agricultural produce, strengthening Guyana’s ability to supply food to markets across the Caribbean. The…
In a national effort to strengthen Guyana’s food safety system, the government has commenced a food safety training programme to be held across communities in Region Four, ensuring locally produced food meets high safety and quality standards. Through effective collaboration among the Guyana Food Safety Authority, the Ministry of Agriculture,…
The Rose Hall, Albion and Blairmont Sugar Estates in Berbice have exceeded their weekly production target during the second week of the current crop, producing 2,457 tonnes of sugar against a target of 1,989 tonnes. That’s 468 more tonnes than expected. The achievement marks a significant milestone for the Guyana…
– as government invites bids for cattle pen reconstruction A $25.59 million investment will boost cattle breeding operations at the Livestock Farm in Mon Repos, East Coast Demerara, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to modernise Guyana’s livestock sector, strengthen genetic improvement programmes, and expand local production capacity. The…
-says forests are economic assets that provide global climate services While speaking during a ministerial roundtable on Policy Pathways to Sustainable Agriculture and Forest Management for Climate-Resilient Development during the 39th Session of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC 39), Agriculture…
