By Zoila Palma: Belize is pursuing measures to revive two major agricultural industries that have faced significant production challenges in recent years.
Agriculture Minister Rodwell Ferguson told BBN that the shrimp and citrus sectors are showing signs of recovery following major setbacks caused by disease.
Ferguson said the Government has adopted a strategic approach to rebuilding the industries. “A strategic approach has been implemented to revive both the shrimp and citrus industries which were decimated by Early Mortality Syndrome (EMS) and Huanglongbing (HLB), respectively,” Minister Ferguson said.
He added that the shrimp industry is expected to record a substantial increase in production during 2026. “Shrimp production is expected to triple in 2026,” he said.
He noted that the citrus industry is also beginning to recover, although the rebound has been more gradual.
Ferguson said strengthening traditional export industries remains an important part of Belize’s agricultural strategy.
“The citrus industry is slowly on the rebound,” he added.
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By Zoila Palma: Belize is pursuing measures to revive two major agricultural industries that have faced significant production challenges in recent years. Agriculture Minister Rodwell Ferguson told BBN that the shrimp and citrus sectors are showing signs of recovery following major setbacks caused by disease. Ferguson said the Government has adopted a strategic approach to
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