President Irfaan Ali yesterday met with a number of farmers from Pomeroon, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive and told them that the Government recognises the area’s agricultural potential in providing for the country and the region in CARICOM’s food security drive.
According to a statement from the Office of the President, he reminded that his Government has been making necessary investments in the region, including the de-silting of the river, the construction of block drains, the construction of a packaging facility for agro-processing in Charity, raising farmers’ beds, and the construction of a cold storage unit.
In addition to coconuts, the Government aims to enhance the production of coffee, ginger, turmeric and other products in Pomeroon, the statement said.
The statement added that the farmers praised the President for his proactive approach and said it was the first time that they were able to sit and speak about their issues with a President. They also lauded the ongoing works in the region while pledging their support to work with the Government.
