MAGA Guatemala outlines new agricultural initiatives with ancestral authorities

Maynor Estrada, Ministerio de Agricultura, Ganadería y Alimentación
Maynor Estrada, Ministerio de Agricultura, Ganadería y Alimentación | Twitter

The Guatemalan Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food (MAGA Guatemala) shared updates on agricultural initiatives through a series of posts published on October 22, 2025. The tweets outlined efforts led by Vice Minister López in collaboration with ancestral authorities to improve agricultural activities in the region.

In one post, MAGA Guatemala stated, "El viceministro López trazó con dichas autoridades ancestrales, una ruta de trabajo que busca la mejora de las actividades agrícolas del territorio, principalmente en temas de producción de insumos, por medio de biofábricas, mejora de conservación de suelos y agua por medio del https://t.co/YzvYj93sFc" (October 22, 2025). This message described the creation of a work plan focusing on input production through biofactories and improvements in soil and water conservation.

Another tweet from the same day addressed additional topics discussed during these meetings: "También se abordaron temas como estudios para análisis de infraestructura de riego, acceso a semillas mejoradas, así como capacitación y fortalecimiento organizacional. #ElPuebloDignoEsprimero https://t.co/4rzRM3fw6m" (October 22, 2025).

A third post emphasized sustainable livestock practices: " Gracias a la ganadería sostenible, se protege al ambiente y se conserva la biodiversidad. https://t.co/B6SBsPXcaE" (October 22, 2025).

MAGA Guatemala is responsible for developing and implementing policies related to agriculture and livestock in the country. The ministry often works with local communities and traditional leaders to address issues such as irrigation infrastructure analysis, improved seed access, organizational strengthening, and environmental protection through sustainable farming methods.