agriculture sector Archives

October 23, 2025

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The Region Five Model Farm hosted its Annual Open Day and Exhibition on Wednesday under the theme “Transforming Livelihoods Through Agri-Food Systems,” drawing hundreds of students, farmers, and residents for a vibrant showcase of innovation, education, and community spirit. More than eight agricultural agencies, five farmers’ organisations, and eight secondary schools, including Berbice High School, […]

September 18, 2025

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Two of the main rice mills in Guyana’s Region Six have agreed to pay farmers $ 3,000 per bag of paddy, up from the previous offer of $ 2,800, in a move hailed as a boost for local rice producers. The announcement came during a meeting on Wednesday at Skeldon, led by President Dr. Mohamed […]

July 15, 2025

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A strategic cattle breeding initiative is transforming Guyana’s beef industry, with Region Five emerging as a national success story under President Dr Irfaan Ali’s drive for agricultural modernisation. Led by the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA), the Bull Rotation Programme aims to improve the genetics, resilience, and productivity of local herds, directly supporting CARICOM’s “25 […]

June 12, 2025

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Flooding in the Cookrite Savannah, Region Six, has left a cattle farmer devastated and officials grappling for solutions. Farmer Rabindra Rabinauth said he lost 40 cows after floodwaters forced the animals to wander off. “I only find 15 so far. Over two weeks now me searching,” he told Ignite News. Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) Chairperson […]

February 28, 2025

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Six Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) along the East Bank of Demerara were presented with mini-excavators today, handed over by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. The NDCs that benefited include Eccles/Ramsburg, Mocha/Arcadia, Little Diamond/Herstelling, Soesdyke/Hui’s Te/Coverden, and Hauraruni/Yarrowkabra. According to the Agriculture Ministry, the excavators represent an investment of approximately $96 million. During the simple handing-over ceremony, […]

Tag: agriculture sector

Region Five showcases agricultural innovation at annual model farm open day

Two millers in Region Six agree to buy paddy at $3,000 per bag

Region Five farmers earning big profits from Bull Rotation Programme

Cattle farmer loses dozens of animals to floods

East Bank NDCs receive mini-excavators to enhance D&I works

Onions to be cultivated on large scale following successful pilot

World Bank joins Guyana-led Global Biodiversity Alliance

Two walk free in Mobil Gas Station bombing; one committed to trial

Onions to be cultivated on large scale following successful pilot

World Bank joins Guyana-led Global Biodiversity Alliance

Two walk free in Mobil Gas Station bombing; one committed to trial