President visits model hydroponics farm

The farm visit (Office of the President photo)
The farm visit (Office of the President photo)

President Irfaan Ali yesterday visited the CV (Craig Vegetables) Hydroponics Farm in Friendship on the East Bank of Demerara.

During the visit, the President received an update on the farm’s operations from its founder and owner,  Kitaka Craig.  A release from the Office of the President said that the farm produces a variety of crops, including lettuce, kale, spinach, mint, parsley, and cilantro. According to Craig, it operates on less than two acres of land and is managed by a team of five staff members.

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