Farmers across Region Six, specifically in Black Bush Polder, are being urged to diversify their agricultural activities and adopt integrated farming systems to improve their incomes and reduce dependence on the rice industry. Addressing farmers during a recent community outreach along the Corentyne Coast, Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha said…
Approximately 3,000 to 5,000 acres of new agricultural land will soon become available at Black Bush Polder, Region Six, as the government continues to expand opportunities for farmers across East Berbice, Corentyne. Speaking with farmers during a recent engagement, the minister encouraged those currently renting land to begin applying for…
Farmers and agricultural communities in Region Two will benefit from more than $832 million in drainage, irrigation, and farm access infrastructure works as the government continues efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity and diversification this year. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha said the projects will include the desilting and excavation of…
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…
