Guyana's Government to Provide Funds to Farmers to Deal With Impact of Middle East conflict

Guyana’s government will allocate $3 billion to support rice farmers impacted by higher fertilizer and fuel costs linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. The funds will be distributed in various forms, including direct cash transfers, fertilizer assistance, and acreage-based payments, based on farmer input. The government will collaborate with farmers to determine the support structure and conduct verification through local communities.