The Aquaculture Cage project, currently thriving in Mainstay, Capoey, and Mashabo, is set to extend its impact to other parts of the country, particularly in rural areas, according to the latest update on the project from Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. The ongoing project, focused on Tambaqui and Tilapia production, has shown promising results in the […]
The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) is gearing up for a robust year of sugar production in 2024, with plans to increase cultivation and output. The recently reopened Rose Hall estate, now considered the most efficient among the four estates, is contributing to the corporation’s production goals. Currently, 750 hectares of land have been prepared for […]
Guyana’s coconut industry is set to undergo further development, with an additional 1,000 acres earmarked for coconut production by the end of the year. This expansion is part of the sector’s ongoing diversification efforts to enhance productivity and contribute to economic growth. In the current year, Guyana has acquired 13,000 high-yielding Brazilian green dwarf coconut […]
During a recent meeting with rice farmers in Mahaicony and surrounding communities, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha addressed major concerns raised by farmers, including saltwater intrusion from the Mahaicony River, freshwater availability, and the need for excavation works in the area. Responding to these concerns, Minister Mustapha immediately initiated measures to address the issues. These include […]
General Secretary of the PPP, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, confirmed that Guyana will continue its pursuit of the voluntary market for the sale of forest carbon, emphasizing the potential for earning billions of dollars once market conditions improve. Despite no progress in advancing carbon markets at COP28, Guyana, recognized as a global leader in forest management, […]
The Mahaica Mahaicony Abary Agricultural Development Authority (MMA/ADA) is gearing up for the anticipated rainy season in the New Year. The authority is proactively taking measures to reinforce the Flood Embankment along the Abary River and clear channels, ensuring preparedness for potential heavy rainfall. Utilizing the dry season to their advantage, MMA/ADA aims to fortify […]
The Guyana government, through People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has voiced disappointment in the outcomes of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s COP28 conference. The conference concluded recently, and Dr. Jagdeo highlighted several concerns. While acknowledging some progress in discussions on mitigating climate change, Dr. Jagdeo expressed displeasure that […]
Guyana has made significant progress in utilizing funds earned from the sale of carbon credits for development, particularly in Amerindian communities. Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo provided an update, stating that 500 projects are currently under implementation across 242 Amerindian communities, utilizing 15% of the Carbon Credit funds paid in the first year. The government has […]
Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has emphasized the significant value-added opportunities in Guyana’s forestry sector. He encouraged European companies to invest in the sector, highlighting that it has not been fully explored despite having 1000 different species of wood. While Guyana boasts the second-highest forest coverage globally and employs a superior management system, the logging […]
In another milestone for the Guyana School of Agriculture (GSA), a new batch of students has successfully graduated, equipped with diplomas and certificates to contribute to the country’s agricultural landscape. At the GSA’s 58th graduation ceremony, students received Diplomas in Agriculture, Animal Health, and Veterinary Public Health, along with Certificates in Agriculture, Agro Processing, and […]