𝐆𝐮𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐨-𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐬

Guyana’s expanding agro-processing and creative sectors are on full display at AgroFest 2026, as the Guyana Office for Investment leads a strong presence aimed at deepening regional trade ties and promoting Guyanese products to the Barbadian market.

Hosted in Barbados, AgroFest 2026 provides an important platform for Guyanese agro-processors, manufacturers, and artisans to engage directly with consumers, distributors, and business stakeholders.

Visitors to the Guyana booth yesterday had the opportunity to interact with a diverse range of value-added food products, beverages, and handcrafted items, highlighting Guyana’s growing capacity in agro-processing and product innovation.

The participation formed part of Guyana’s broader strategy to expand non-traditional exports and strengthen commercial linkages within the Caribbean Community. Emphasis was placed on building brand awareness for Guyanese products, understanding market preferences, and fostering conversations that could lead to longer-term trade relationships.

𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬-𝐭𝐨-𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭

In anticipation of the festival, over 50 Guyanese business proprietors benefited from a targeted Business-to-Business (B2B) engagement session facilitated by the Guyana Office for Investment at the Accra Beach Hotel. The session connected Guyanese producers with Barbadian distributors and business representatives, creating opportunities for dialogue around market access, distribution channels, and potential partnerships.

The B2B initiative formed part of a wider program of activities designed to support Guyanese enterprises entering or expanding within the Barbadian market, particularly in agro-processing and manufacturing.

These engagements also allowed participants to gain insights into regulatory requirements, consumer trends, and logistical considerations relevant to doing business in Barbados.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

Alongside private-sector engagements, meetings were also held with regional trade partners, including the Caribbean Export Development Agency, to discuss ongoing programs, access to finance, and technical support mechanisms available to exporters.

Discussions focused on strengthening export readiness, improving competitiveness, and supporting sustainable market expansion for Caribbean businesses.

At AgroFest itself, the Guyana booth serves as a focal point for promoting the country’s agricultural diversification efforts and creative industries. Agro-processors and craftspeople are able to showcase the quality, uniqueness, and cultural identity of Guyanese products while engaging directly with members of the public and industry stakeholders.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐮𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐚-𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬

Guyana’s participation at AgroFest 2026 underscores the importance of regional platforms in advancing intra-CARICOM trade and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises.

By combining product showcases, business networking, and stakeholder engagement, the initiative reinforced Guyana’s commitment to expanding its export footprint and strengthening economic collaboration with Barbados.

The Guyana Office for Investment continues to work with public and private sector partners to support exporters, promote Guyanese products regionally, and facilitate meaningful engagement opportunities that contribute to sustainable trade growth.