Agriculture Minister Robert Persaud said the rice sector expects to export about 260,000 tonnes of rice this year.
The Government Information Agency (GINA) quoted Persaud as saying “We will produce this year at least 300,000 tonnes of rice, we will export more than 260,000 tonnes,” he said, adding that Guyana is emerging as a significant player in the global rice industry and government is committed to making it more competitive. Persaud said too the ministry is looking forward to creating an industry which is modern and in keeping with the realities of today.
