By Zoila Palma: A new meat processing facility has been inaugurated in the Orange Walk District, marking an addition to Belize’s livestock and agricultural sector.
The Better Beef Belize plant, located at Mile 3 on the San Estevan Road, was officially opened today, with Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries, Rodwell Ferguson, serving as the keynote speaker.
During the ceremony, Minister Ferguson highlighted the market opportunities within the agricultural sector and congratulated the investors on establishing the facility. He also highlighted the importance of Belize’s beef industry and its growing contribution to the economy, noting the need to identify and develop markets for locally produced goods.
Area Representative for Orange Walk South and former Agriculture Minister Jose Abelardo Mai also addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of economic diversification, particularly for sugar cane farmers.
Other attendees included Belize Livestock Producers Association CEO William Usher, Vice Chairman Arden Edwards, and Ambassador of Trade and Investment Jaime Briceño.
Senior Ministry officials, including Chief Executive Officer Servulo Baeza and Chief Agriculture Officer Dr. Victoriano Pascual, were also present, alongside livestock industry stakeholders, invited guests and Better Beef Belize employees.
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By Zoila Palma: A new meat processing facility has been inaugurated in the Orange Walk District, marking an addition to Belize’s livestock and agricultural sector. The Better Beef Belize plant, located at Mile 3 on the San Estevan Road, was officially opened today, with Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries, Rodwell Ferguson,
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