MORE desilting work is expected to be carried out in the Pomeroon River, with the area receiving two additional excavators, according to Region Two Chairperson, Vilma DeSilva

DeSilva made this announcement during the statutory meeting of the Region Two Regional Democratic Council (RDC), which was held on August 14, 2024, in the RDC boardroom at Anna Regina.

The Pomeroon River now has four excavators dedicated to improving drainage in the various communities. One excavator has been placed in the Upper Pomeroon, and another in the Lower Pomeroon.

This follows a recent meeting with Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha, during which farmers requested the cleaning of the outfall. The addition of the excavators is a direct response to these concerns.

Farmers have since expressed their gratitude for the new equipment.

DeSilva noted that the intervention, which includes the dredging of the Pomeroon River and the digging of the outfall, has significantly improved drainage for farmers.

On the coastland, the Pomeroon-Supenaam region has received two mini excavators to assist with access dams, and a grader to support residents. The bed-and-drain project in the Pomeroon River is also progressing well.

She said that farmers in the Pomeroon River are witnessing better drainage, and since their lands are higher, the crops are safeguarded against flooding.

Meanwhile, People’s Progressive Party (PPP) Councillor Arnold Adams highlighted that the Ministry of Agriculture has provided several farmers in Akawini with ginger, citrus, and coconut plants to aid in production.

Farming tools were also distributed to the community to further support agricultural efforts.

The government has committed to continuing its support for farmers in the Pomeroon River, so as to ensure that they have the necessary resources for effective drainage.