Region 2 farmers receive tools, livestock to bolster agri production

In a move to bolster agricultural food systems along the Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), farmers received a range of agricultural tools and livestock.
These implements include water pumps and sprinklers, knapsack sprayers, tillers, shade house materials, mist blowers, pigs, breeding bulls, sheep, and Black Giant Chickens.
The distribution of the much-needed agricultural inputs forms part of a commitment made by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha, during several recent engagements with the farmers along the Essequibo Coast.
According to a Department of Public Information (DPI) report, during these meetings, various issues were highlighted and the farmers were enlightened about the interventions they are bound to benefit from as a result of this year’s trillion-dollar budget.
Director General of the Ministry, Madanlall Ramraj, who facilitated the handing-over of the inputs on Friday, was accompanied by Regional Vice Chairman of Region Two and other staff of the Ministry.
Farmers expressed gratitude to the Government for the timely distribution of the farming inputs and continued support, aimed at transforming the overall landscape of the region.
Additionally, Mustapha promised to provide a tractor to cash crop farmers to prepare their lands in the Essequibo Coast which has already been procured. The delivery is slated to take place in two weeks.
According to the DPI report, farmers there will soon benefit from a portion of the 7000 Brazilian Green Dwarf coconut seedlings to expand their production capacity.
The Agriculture Minister will also inaugurate the Basic Needs Trust Fund (BNTF) edifice for agro-processing.
Communities that will benefit from these initiatives include Queenstown, Mashabo, Anna Regina, Dartmouth, Siriki, and New Road.
The Government’s determination to strengthen the agriculture sector and guarantee farmers in Region Two sustainable growth and prosperity is emphasised by this strategic intervention.