Friday, June 5, 2026
Friday, June 5, 2026
Agriculture
Over 90 trained in advancing climate-smart agriculture in GuyanaPress Release: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA)…
Guyana strengthening disease surveillance, veterinary systems to secure livestock sectorDisease surveillance and veterinary services are being prioritised as Guyana ramps up its efforts to produce high quality livestock and…
Another record-breaking rice harvest as production surpasses 800,000 tonnesGuyana’s rice industry is on track to achieve another historic year, with production already surpassing the 800,000-tonne mark before the…
Guyanese warned to prepare for hotter, drier months ahead Guyana could face hotter temperatures, prolonged dry spells, water shortages and an increased risk of wildfires later this year as…
Works to begin Wednesday to clear blocked drains in River ViewResidents of River View, Ruimveldt are expected to benefit from drainage improvement works set to begin on Wednesday as authorities…
Second pump added to Alexander Village to boost G/town drainage systemResidents of Alexander Village are expected to benefit from improved drainage with the installation of a second pump in the…
New multi-million irrigation canal to be constructed in Region Six soon- MustaphaA multi-million irrigation canal is slated to be constructed from Canje Creek to Crabwood Creek to provide reliable irrigated water…
DDL welcomes first shipment of breeding cattle for US$30M Moblissa FarmDemerara Distillers Limited (DDL) today announced the arrival of the first shipment of high-yield milking cows from the United States…
New apiculture project launched in Region NineAgriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha, on Thursday, traveled to Region Nine to launch a new apiculture project, aimed at expanding income…
G/town Chamber urges farmers to use govt’s $3 billion support to boost productivity See below the full release from the GCCI: The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) applauds the Government of…
Over $3 billion set aside to support rice farmers – President announces The Irfaan Ali-led administration has set aside more than $3 billion to support rice farmers, a move that joins other…
Poultry production expanding to meet growing demand – MustaphaAgriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha on Friday said efforts are underway to boost local poultry production, with several large-scale projects expected…
Mustapha calls for urgent action as global conflicts threaten Caribbean food securityAgriculture Minister and Chairman of the CARICOM Ministerial Taskforce on Food Security, Zulfikar Mustapha, is warning that ongoing global conflicts—particularly…
GMSA hails growth of manufacturing sector, launches new programme for small business supportGuyana’s manufacturing sector expanded by 20 per cent in 2025, and the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) has rolled…
Infrastructure, support for low-yielding farmers in Wakenaam comingAgriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha, on Wednesday, engaged farmers and residents at the island of Wakenaam, and assured them that efforts…
Reg. 5 key part of Guyana’s livestock expansion plans – President AliPresident Irfaan Ali on Wednesday positioned Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) as a livestock hub for the country and wider Caribbean region.…
Brackish water shrimp project launched in Reg. 2On Wednesday, Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha, launched the brackish-water shrimp project on the Essequibo Coast, marking another major achievement as…
