Essequibo rice farmers benefit from $251 in gov’t subsidies

Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, on Friday spearheaded another round of distribution of subsidies to rice farmers in the Pomeroon–Supenaam Region, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to providing direct support to farmers. While addressing farmers, Minister Mustapha underscored the Government’s track record of honouring its commitments. “This Government has a proud…

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Government pushes bigger role for agriculture in jobs, incomes and food security

Farmers and rural communities are expected to benefit from expanded agricultural investment this year as the government delivers on commitments aimed at boosting production, strengthening livelihoods, and enhancing national food security. The 2025-2030 manifesto presents a straightforward plan to modernise agriculture, focusing on resilience and the needs of people, based…

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$2.1 billion to be distributed to rice farmers as part of President’s assistance initiative

On Wednesday, Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, spearheaded the distribution of financial assistance to rice farmers as the Government continues to provide direct support to strengthen the rice industry and safeguard farmers’ livelihoods. The initiative fulfils a commitment made by H.E. President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, ensuring that rice farmers…

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Agri. Minister launches shadehouse and women empowerment programme in Melanie

On Saturday, Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, launched the Melanie Shadehouse and Women Empowerment Projects in Melanie, East Coast Demerara, marking another key step in the government’s efforts to empower vulnerable groups and strengthen community-based agriculture across the country. During the engagement, Minister Mustapha explained that the initiative forms part…

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