Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha, provided an update on Guyana’s efforts to export honey. He stated that challenges persist due to transshipment restrictions in Trinidad and Tobago. Initially, Trinidad and Tobago imposed restrictions over concerns about the American Foulbrood disease, which affects honeybees. Minister Mustapha anticipates a repeal of this law in the future. Additionally, Minister […]
…CEO Dr. Peter Ramsaroop highlights discussions on bamboo industry setup Dr. Peter Ramsaroop, the Chief Executive Officer of the Guyana Office for Investment (GO-Invest), revealed that his office is actively engaging with investors attending the Agri Forum, exploring various agricultural projects. One notable area of interest involves the establishment of a bamboo industry in Guyana. […]
Guyanese can rest assured that the funds from the sale of carbon credits are still intact, and Guyana will continue to benefit from these through several developmental initiatives. This is coming from General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo during his Thursday press conference at Freedom House, Robb Street, while responding to […]
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has announced that the third phase of wheat cultivation trials is scheduled to kick off in December. This initiative is a significant step towards exploring the feasibility of large-scale wheat cultivation in Guyana. While wheat cultivation traditionally thrives in warm conditions, Guyana experiences both wet and dry seasons. Minister Mustapha emphasized […]
Contracts worth a staggering $8.8 billion were officially signed for the construction of 287 community roads across Region Six. The signing ceremony, led by Senior Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh, took place at the Albion Community Center Ground, marking a significant step towards enhancing the infrastructure in this region. A total of 200 contractors will […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali, in his capacity as the Caricom Chairman, expressed profound satisfaction with the outcomes of the recently concluded Caricom/Canada summit. This two-day summit culminated in a substantial commitment towards advancing renewable energy projects in the Caribbean. Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced a significant financial pledge of up to 58.5 million dollars […]
Guinness, the renowned beverage brand, has launched an innovative program titled “Guinness Sounds of Greatness” aimed at discovering and nurturing hidden DJ talents among youths. The initiative was officially unveiled at The Grill and Jerk Guinness Bar, located at South Road and Cummings Street. “Guinness Sounds of Greatness” provides a platform and financial support for […]
Consultations regarding the acquisition of 40 private properties near the site of the new Demerara Harbour Bridge are making significant progress, according to Attorney General Anil Nandlall. As construction for the new Demerara River Bridge gains momentum, the government is actively involved in the relocation process for individuals situated in the vicinity of the construction […]
Residents of several Indigenous villages in the Moruca and Mabaruma Sub-districts of Region One are celebrating the latest milestone in sustainable energy with the Government’s solar panel initiative. Over 1200 160-watt solar panels, along with LED lights, fans, and USB cables, were distributed by Housing Minister Collin Croal, marking a significant step towards renewable energy […]
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha emphasized the importance of modernizing farming techniques and sharing best practices to achieve food security. He spoke during the opening of an agriculture symposium held under the theme “Exploring Opportunities in Agriculture Through Innovation and Collaboration”. Minister Mustapha highlighted that achieving a 25 percent reduction in the regional food import bill […]