By Saskia Warrick In a move to bolster Guyana’s agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture is collaborating with the Guyana Lands and Survey Commission to commence the construction of a Food Hub along the Linden/Soesdyke Highway. The construction of this food hub is a strategic endeavor aimed at showcasing Guyana’s pivotal role and capacity in […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana’s National Agriculture and Extension Institute (NAREI) is ramping up its hot pepper cultivation efforts with the installation of 25 additional shade houses. These shade houses will be dedicated to growing two varieties of hot peppers – bull nose and tiger teeth – to meet the demand of an already secured market […]
By Saskia Warrick Despite facing challenges from a prolonged dry season, farmers across the country are benefitting significantly from government interventions aimed at mitigating the effects of drought and bolstering agricultural production. The government’s proactive approach has seen them engage directly with farmers on the ground, implementing various measures to support agricultural activities. These interventions […]
By Josiah Williams The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) is set to undergo significant structural changes at the management level, as part of its modernization efforts aimed at boosting production and viability. President Irfaan Ali revealed these developments during a recent press briefing. President Ali emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring the viability of the sugar […]
By Saskia Warrick As the end of the month approaches, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha highlights preparations for the anticipated wet season. With the ongoing El Niño season posing challenges to the agriculture sector, particularly in terms of water access for farmers, the government is proactively gearing up for the upcoming rainy season, typically occurring in […]
By Saskia Warrick Jamaica and Guyana are poised to bolster their cooperation in agriculture and various other sectors, as highlighted by Jamaica’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Mining during his visit to Guyana for the FAO conference. One significant aspect of their collaboration is in aquaculture and youth development, with discussions underway to expand partnerships […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan Guyana is actively pursuing partnerships with various countries to bolster its agricultural capacity and meet regional demand for agro-chemicals, President Dr. Irfaan Ali revealed during the opening of the 38th Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean. President Ali emphasized Guyana’s commitment to collaborating with other nations to facilitate the export […]
By Saskia Warrick The inaugural crop of millets in Guyana has been successfully harvested this week, marking the beginning of a promising venture in the country’s agriculture sector. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha announced that approximately 530 hectares of millets were cultivated, yielding an impressive 1.8 tonnes per hectare. Millets, known for their nutritional richness in […]
By Saskia Warrick Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming United Nations Food and Agriculture Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean (LARC 38), set to be hosted in Guyana. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, provided an update on the progress of preparations for the conference, which will convene over 20 high-level dignitaries […]
By Samuel Gillis In a groundbreaking development for agricultural education in Guyana, the Guyana School of Agriculture (GSA) has been gifted a state-of-the-art greenhouse by Global Affairs Canada. The innovative greenhouse is equipped with hydroponics and aquaculture facilities, marking a significant step forward in sustainable farming practices. The official handing-over ceremony took place at the […]