The first-ever Agri-Tourism Policy in Guyana was officially launched at Gobins’ Farm and Kitchen by the Tourism, Industry and Commerce Ministry, in partnership with key stakeholders, as part of efforts to promote sustainable development.
This milestone comes as Guyana observes Tourism Awareness Month 2025 and marks a major step in strengthening the linkages between agriculture and tourism.
Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister, Susan Rodrigues, delivered remarks highlighting the transformative potential of agri-tourism and the importance of the new policy in expanding opportunities for rural communities, farmers and tourism stakeholders. She emphasised that agri-tourism supports food security, fosters entrepreneurship, and deepens visitor engagement by showcasing Guyana’s rich agricultural heritage. Also delivering remarks were Minister within the Ministry of Agriculture, Vikash Ramkissoon; Country Representative of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), Wilmot Garnett; Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), Kamrul Baksh; and Proprietor of Gobins’ Farm and Kitchen, Dr Vilas Gobin. This launch provided an opportunity to spotlight the innovation taking place in the sector and reaffirm the Government’s commitment to empowering farmers, enriching visitor experiences and promoting sustainable, community-driven development. Next steps include seeking Cabinet’s approval of the policy and strong, on-the-ground support from the GTA to drive nationwide implementation.
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