MINISTER of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, M.P., held discussions with Mr. Brian Bogart, Representative and Country Director of the World Food Programme (WFP) Caribbean Multi-Country Office, during a courtesy call at his office on Wednesday.
The meeting focused on strengthening Guyana’s agriculture sector through strategic investments, fostering connections between local farmers and investors, and enhancing capacity building initiatives.
Minister Mustapha emphasised the government’s commitment to modernising the sector and ensuring long-term sustainability for farmers and agro-processors. Discussions also explored ways to expand Guyana’s agricultural value chain, boosting food security and economic opportunities for rural communities.
Mr. Bogart reaffirmed the WFP’s support for Guyana’s agricultural development, highlighting the potential for collaboration to improve food production systems and enhance resilience in the face of global food security challenges.
The meeting reflects Guyana’s ongoing efforts to position itself as a leader in regional food production, in line with the government’s goal of reducing the Caribbean’s food import bill by 25 per cent by 2025.