Minister Mustapha orders emergency works for flood-affected Mahaicony rice farmers
Instances of heavy rainfall over the last few weeks have resulted in several rice farmers in Regions Five being affected by flooding. The heavy...
FAO, Caribbean Ministers formulate plan to combat hunger, boost Agri-food Systems
Leaders responsible for agriculture within their respective Caribbean territories recently convened a high-level meeting aimed at reinforcing joint efforts to alleviate hunger and poverty...
High-profile investors gathering in Guyana to explore economic opportunities
As investors continue to cast their eyes on Guyana’s burgeoning economy, a a delegation comprising esteemed investors from the United States (US) and the...
Approximately 9,000,000 bags of paddy to be harvested this crop – Min. Mustapha
During a meeting with rice farmers from the West Coast of Demerara (Region 3), Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, said that approximately 9,000,000 bags...
LAC Flavours Forum showcases Amazon’s Food and Beverage export potential
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food and beverage sector from Latin America and the Caribbean as well as international buyers held more...
Region Five farmers thrive as govt.-led initiatives boost rice cultivation
Region Five farmers are experiencing significant advancements in rice cultivation, thanks to a range of government initiatives. These efforts include a comprehensive seed programme...
Rice industry poised to dominate agri. sector until 2030
The rice industry is set to remain the leading force in the agriculture sector, thanks to a series of investments the government has made...
Guyana set to produce 3 million pounds of ginger by year-end
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced that Guyana is on the brink of surpassing its local demand for ginger by three million pounds by...
Agriculture Month is a celebration of industry’s growth, success – Mustapha at Ruminant Expo
As part of the 2025 Agriculture Month activities, Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, attended the Guyana Livestock Development Authority’s (GLDA) Ruminant Expo, held at...
Jordan exposes cold, technocratic mindset that sorely disconnects him from the masses – Mustapha
Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha has accused former Minister of Finance, Winston Jordan of being so disconnected from the common man that he cannot make...
