Guyana has recorded a four per cent or 22, 212 metric tonnes increase in ginger production in 2023. The country has cultivated a total of 350 acres of ginger from August 2022 to May 2023. This is according to Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha during a recent year-end press conference,…
– 54 new Guyana shop corners established in 2023 A total of 130 new agro-processing products have been launched by the Ministry of Agriculture, through the New Guyana Marketing Corporation (GMC), in the year 2023. Some of the products include Taz Instant Cook-up Rice, Basara Gentle Shampoo and Nourishing Conditioner, Aunt…
The construction of the Regional Food Hub which is being built along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway will ensure Guyana reaches its goal of becoming the lead exporter of Agricultural produce. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha said the initiative will further position the country to showcase its current role and capability of…
The ‘Cut Rose’ Project which was designed by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali to create employment and generate income for women and single parents continues to yield significant success. In 2023, the project generated a noteworthy income of $5.3 million through the production of 22,895 roses. During his recent year-end…
Guyana earned approximately $1.3 billion from the production of brackish water shrimp for the period between January to November 2023. This is due to the government’s heavy focus on increased food production and economic growth. The government has created policies to build on current programmes and provide cutting-edge, technology-based…
With the aim of broadening the scope of Guyana’s aquaculture sector nationwide, a state-of-the-art $90 million aquaculture farm, and an on-site processing facility will be constructed in Borlam, Corentyne, Berbice. This undertaking will significantly add to the plethora of measures being implemented in the country to position Guyana as a…
More than 4,000 toys were distributed to children across Region Six as part of the government’s Christmas drive to bring cheer to children during the festive season. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha led the distribution exercise on Sunday in communities including Canefield Canje, Chesney, Port Mourant, Whim, Bloomfield, Mibicuri, Number…
Rice farmers and residents of Mahaicony River and surrounding areas in Region Five who are experiencing water woes will soon have an adequate supply of irrigation water as mechanisms will be implemented. This was highlighted at a farmers’ meeting spearheaded by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha at Green Mill, Mahaicony…
