Over the past four years, the Government of Guyana has moved towards establishing policies tofacilitate sustainable livestock practices through the implementation of frameworks to supportresponsible land use and minimize environmental impact. This is according to Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha. While delivering remarks at the Food and Agriculture Organization of…
– farmers, agro-processors benefitting Farmers and agro-processors are poised to enhance the value of their agricultural products and increase their income with the recent commissioning of $51 million in agro-processing facilities at White Water and Kumaka in Region One. The $39 million White Water facility will provide economic opportunities for…
With 94,000 hatching eggs produced so far this year, Guyana is aggressively working to increase its production of this commodity. This was stated by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, during a community meeting at No. 63 Village in Region Six on Saturday. Currently, Guyana imports nearly 53 million eggs annually…
Drainage and irrigation (D&I) works will begin in two weeks in Mahaicony, Region Five, providing farmers and residents in Perth, Strath Campbell, and surrounding areas with the opportunity to expand their agricultural output. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha made the disclosure during a community meeting at Mahaicony Branch Road, on…
-362, 000 metric tonnes produced Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB) is already surpassing its half-year target for 2024 due to the steadfast implementation of additional strategies and programmes within the Ministry of Agriculture. This was revealed on Tuesday by Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. During the first quarter of this year, the…
Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha on Thursday commissioned the $565.3 million pump station at Greenwich Park on the East Bank of Essequibo, Region Three, providing residents and farmers with a reliable and effective drainage system. Constructed by Roopan Ramoutar Investments, the drainage facility will provide enhanced access to about 5,000…
For the past four years, Guyana has shown exponential growth in its agriculture sector with increased yield in its main crops such as rice and sugar, and even in its poultry production. The increase is due to the huge sum invested in research to ensure better quality crops are reaped…
As Guyana continues to increase its aquaculture production, 50 more marine cages will be installed shortly in various hinterland communities. This major project will help to improve the livelihoods of the residents since they will be able to earn an income and boost their villages’ economy. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar…
