GUYANA LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

From the commencement of the Guyana Livestock Development Authority GLDA in 2010 to present there has been a positive evolution of our livestock industry. Major investments by government into the livestock sector facilitated the development of improved breeds of cattle, swine and sheep.

During the 2021 floods many of our livestock farmers suffered tremendous loss of revenue, infrastructure, cattle, livelihoods and ecosystems. The GLDA was tasked with rebuilding and resuscitating the industry. Financial assistance, and donation of stock materials were provided to farmers though the Government of Guyana.  Breeding bulls were imported to revitalize our Bull Rotation Program, broilers and black giant chicks, duckling piglets, rams and feed stock were all distributed to those affected.

As a team, we work collaboratively in the best interest of our stakeholders as we provide guidance and expertise needed to ensure that the best choices are made to sustain livelihoods and   to enable maximum returns on investments. We will continue to work holistically with our farmers to ensure that our livestock industry remains viable and ready to meet the growing demand of the extractive sectors with the production of improved quantity and quality meat and meat products.

H.E President Irfan Ali’s vision of 25 percent by 2025 is totally understood by the GLDA and we are more than ready to pledge our support in achieving this vision. while grappling the global effects of climate change the practices of our livestock farmers need to be revolutionized to ensure that our livestock industry becomes an exceptional prototype.  

We have served diligently over the last 12 years and we look forward to continue collaboration with our farmers, government, stakeholders and staff to serve the livestock industry.