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Guyana Launches First-Ever Nano-Technology Fertilizer, Ushering in New Era for Agriculture

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In another significant leap toward modernizing Guyana’s agriculture sector, Agriculture Minister Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha on Wednesday launched Guyana’s first-ever nano-technology fertilizer at the Burma Rice Research Station, Mahaicony. The launch represents another key step in the government’s mission to enhance productivity, reduce input costs, and promote sustainable farming practices across the country. Speaking at the […]
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Government, Private Sector to Strengthen Partnership for Agricultural Expansion — Minister Mustapha

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Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha recently met with members of the Private Sector Commission’s (PSC) Agriculture Sub-Committee to discuss how the government and the local private sector can collaborate to develop public-private partnerships to further advance Guyana’s agriculture sector. During the discussion, Minister Mustapha said that over the last five years, the government has been working […]
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Govt pushes ambitious agro-investment agenda as Agriculture Month opens

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As Guyana launched Agriculture Month 2025 under the theme “Transforming Livelihoods through Agri-Food Systems,” Minister within the Ministry of Agriculture, Vickash Ramkissoon, reaffirmed government’s commitment to reshaping the sector into a resilient, modern and globally competitive industry. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Ramkissoon reminded that agriculture has always been the backbone of Guyana’s economy. He […]
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FAO hails Guyana’s leadership on food security as Agriculture Month opens

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As Guyana launched Agriculture Month 2025 under the theme “Transforming Livelihoods through Agri-Food Systems,” the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) praised the country’s strong role in shaping regional food security and building resilient food systems. FAO’s representative in Guyana, Dr. Gillian Smith, described the theme as “very inspiring,” noting that it speaks not […]
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Invest less and earn more – GRPA urges rice farmers as the global price continues to drop

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President of the Guyana Rice Producers Association, Lekha Rambrich, advised farmers to reduce investments to maximise profits, given the ongoing decline in global paddy prices. Rambrich told reporters that India has produced 154 million tons of rice, with over 20 million tons entering the global market, leading to declining prices as more rice is cultivated […]
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Former GuySuCo CEO defends Ali’s Skeldon strategy, slams claims of neglect

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Former Chief Executive of the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo), Sasenarine Singh, has come out in defence of President Irfaan Ali’s recent statements on sugar and diversification, calling suggestions that the Head of State is “moving away from sugar” misleading and unfair. In a letter responding to a September 19 Kaieteur News article, Singh said President […]
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President Ali outlines plans for agro expansion- eyes citrus, coconut, coffee and juice plant in Skeldon

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President Dr. Irfaan Ali today told farmers and other stakeholders that his government plans to expand and diversify Guyana’s agriculture sector, with a focus on citrus, coconuts, coffee, dragon fruit and the possible return of a sugar factory. Speaking at a meeting with farmers, the Head of State stressed that while sugar will remain important, […]
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