Belmopan. August 11, 2020. 3:10 p.m.
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture is pleased to announce that the first formal exportation of cattle to Guatemala was done on August 10, 2020 through the Western Border. A total of 27 animals for fattening were exported.
The exportation was successful as a result of the collaboration between the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, the Spanish Lookout Livestock Farmers, the Livestock Marketing Association, the Cattle Export Committee, the Belize Agriculture Health Authority and the Belize Livestock Producers Association.
The Ministry thanks all partners who have helped in achieving this milestone and encourages the continuous development of the industry. The Government of Belize remains committed to facilitating trade and increasing exports.
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