US report could help enhance Guyana’s forestry

Agriculture Minister, Robert Persaud (right) receives the report from newly appointed US Ambassador Brent Hardt (GINA photo)

The US Embassy has presented to Minister of Agriculture Robert Persaud the results of a study conducted by USAID on Guyana’s Legality Assurance System which outlines mechanisms that can be used to enhance the country’s forestry industry to meet international standards.

US Ambassador Brent Hardt presented the report to Persaud at his Regent Street office on Monday, a Government Information Agency (GINA) press release said. In receiving the document, Persaud said USAID’s contribution is very valuable as it addresses