Gov’t to spend close to $800M on new Food Hub at Yarrowkabra
The ruling People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) is set to spend close to $800 million on a new Food Hub, which will be located at Yarrowkabra on the Linden/Soesdyke Highway.
President Dr. Irfaan Ali, along with several cabinet ministers, visited Silver Hill, where he engaged with residents.“[The] hub [would allow] farmers to be able to bring their produce so that we can add value to those produce, extend their price, and create a market for [them],” the Head of State highlighted.
The President told residents that a number of investments are slated for the highway, which would equate to “many opportunities that we want you to tap into.” “We want to talk to you about how we can help you to improve your productivity, increase your production, get higher yields, how we can get you, maybe if you want to do swine production if you want to do some nice stuff.”Dr. Ali added, “We are here to continue that conversation with you because we believe in listening to the people. We believe in understanding what your priorities are and then investing in those priorities.”
During the meeting, the Head of State highlighted plans for new residential, commercial, and industrial developments along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway.
President Ali stated that the Ministry of Housing and Water and the Guyana Lands and Surveys Commission have identified three areas suitable for these developments.
He also spoke about plans for improved water supply and infrastructure to benefit the area. Residents had the opportunity to raise concerns directly with the President, which will be addressed by the relevant agencies.
