Medfly Detection

  PRESS RELEASE  Medfly Detection    Belmopan. May 13th, 2019. The Belize Agricultural Health Authority hereby informs the public that medflies have been detected in the Sapodilla Cayes, Dump in the Toledo District and Hopkins Village in the Stann Creek District. As a...

An Emerging Threat Trogoderma granarium

Tuesday, 26th March, 2019   PRESS RELEASE: Trogoderma granarium   The Belize Agricultural Health Authority hereby informs all stakeholders in the grain industry of an emerging threat caused by a pest of stored grains.  Trogoderma granarium or the Khapra...

AFRICAN SWINE FEVER – ADVISORY #1 BELIZE

March 5, 2019   AFRICAN SWINE FEVER – ADVISORY #1 BELIZE   The swine industry is an important contributor to the Agricultural growth of Belize. Pork is a vital source of protein and contributes to food security and to the livelihood of many commercial and small...

Romaine Lettuce Update

FDA Update on Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Likely Linked to Romaine Lettuce Grown in California  Update: December 13, 2018 The Food and Drug Administration has narrowed the list of romaine growing areas that FDA recommends consumers and retailers avoid down...