The Honourable Minister of Agriculture Noel Holder’s National Tree Day Address

Chair, H.E. David Granger, President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, Fellow Ministers and Parliamentarians, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Regional Chair of East Berbice Corentyne, Regional Officials, Staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, farmers and residents of Region 6, Special Invitees, Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to our 5thNational Tree…

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Agriculture Month 2019 Message by the Honorable Valerie Adams-Yearwood, M.P. Minister within the Ministry of Agriculture with responsibility for Rural Affairs

The objective of sustainable agriculture is to ensure society meets its present food needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Promoting sustainable agriculture in Guyana over the years, has become even more important as the country prepares for an accelerated rate of overall economic…

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‘We can provide all the honey that we use’ – CEO, GLDA

The Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) has introduced apiculture to several hinterland communities as it continues to push hinterland agricultural development and self-sufficiency in apicultural products. According to Chief Executive Officer of GLDA, Nigel Cumberbatch, Guyana imports approximately $80,000 USD of honey and other apicultural products annually. “We feel that…

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Agricultural Development Plan for Region 8 to push self-sufficiency – Residents assured of government’s continued support

Region 8 (Potaro-Siparuni) – While North Region 8 is mainly involved in mining activities, the Southern sub-region consists of many Amerindian Villages known for its agricultural productivity amidst the challenges of its location. To ensure that a more networked approach is adopted to boost agricultural production and productivity, Agriculture Minister,…

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