Wed, Jul 22, 2026
Wed, Jul 22, 2026
agriculture
No increase in rice prices- Agriculture MinistrySee below full statement from the Ministry of Agriculture: The Ministry of Agriculture has taken note of reports suggesting increases…
Guyana Shops to be established at JFK, other int’l airports - Pres. AliIn an effort to make local products more accessible and boost visibility, the government is aiming to establish a Guyana…
US$60M saving on imports from corn, soya & shrimp production - Presi. AliBy the end of 2027, Guyana is likely to save US$60 million on the importation of corn, soya and shrimp,…
$75M contract signed to rehabilitate Meadow Bank WharfAgriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha recently announced the signing of a $75 million contract to refurbish the Meadow Bank wharf. He…
Over $919M earned from exporting non-traditional crops – Agri. MinisterGuyana’s agriculture sector earned more than $919M in the first half of 2024 from the exportation of non-traditional crops. This…
Gov’t facilities, regional hubs to support agro-processors soon – Pres. AliGuyana’s agriculture sector boasts enormous potential for local businesses and entrepreneurs and with targeted efforts to expand the sector, increased…
63 sluices to be rehabilitated across the coast - MustaphaThe Ministry of Agriculture through the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) will soon commence major rehabilitation work on sixty-three…
President announces new low-income housing, agri venture for 500 familiesA new low-income housing venture, which will come with shade houses and traditional farms, will be initiated along the Soesdyke/…
Gov’t to develop integrated, sustainable drainage & irrigation strategy through US$500k projectOn Tuesday, the Government of Guyana through the Ministry of Agriculture, along with representatives from the Global Green Growth Institute…
Over 500 Pomeroon farmers benefitting from bed, drainage projectOver 500 farmers from villages along the Pomeroon River, Region Two are benefitting from the bed and drainage project that…
CDC monitoring flood situation in Regions Seven to TenThe recent heavy rainfall in Regions Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), Eight (Potaro-Siparuni), Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) and 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice) have resulted…
Construction of major canal project in Region Three to commence soon - Agriculture MinisterDuring a community engagement in Bagotville, West Bank Demerara, on Wednesday, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha revealed that the design for…
Buxton farmers to benefit from improved infrastructure, agricultural supportThe Ministry of Agriculture will soon begin rehabilitation on a crucial farm-to-market access road in Buxton Village, East Coast Demerara.…
Exploring Sustainable Land Management Practices: A learning journey through Brazil's innovationsA team of ten national experts from various government agencies participated in a learning journey in Brazil from May 21…
Guyana among Caribbean countries to benefit from CA$10M agri projectFarmers and entrepreneurs across eight Caribbean countries stand to benefit from the new CA$10 million Regional Gender-Responsive Climate-Smart Agriculture and…
Essequibo farmers benefit from $18M equipment to boost productionOn Wednesday, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha distributed several pieces of equipment to small-scale farmers from Anna Regina and other surrounding…
$260M sluice commissioned at Capoey, to enhance drainage and irrigationResidents of Capoey and other neighboring villages on the Essequibo Coast will now benefit from improved drainage and irrigation following…
Tapakuma gets $110M amphibious excavatorA $110M amphibious excavator was commissioned in Tapakuma Village, Region Two on Wednesday, less than three weeks after a similar…
