–other vegetables, fruits

CHINA stands ready to provide technical expertise to Guyana to support in the cultivation of dragon fruit, various bamboo species, Chinese grass and other fruits and vegetables.
This was according to Head of Economic Commercial Consular at the Chinese Embassy in Guyana, Li Hanqing during an engagement with Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha at his Regent Street office, on Tuesday.
The discussion focused on fostering continued economic co-operation between the two nations, particularly in the areas of rice cultivation and other agricultural crops, the Agriculture Ministry said.
In addition to offering the support of technical expertise, Hanqing also indicated that study tours in various agricultural fields would be considered for Guyanese students in 2026.
Minister Mustapha highlighted the potential benefits for Guyana in leveraging China’s advanced technology in rice cultivation, specifically in areas such as salt tolerance and yield enhancement.
The minister emphasised the long-standing relationship between Guyana and China and expressed his anticipation of continued collaboration in the agricultural sector.
The minister was joined by Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Dhaneshwar Deonarine.