The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food of Guatemala (MAGA Guatemala) recently shared updates on several agricultural and food security initiatives via its official Twitter account. The posts detailed actions to control livestock pests, engagement with local fishing communities, and training efforts for law enforcement regarding poultry transportation.
On October 31, 2025, MAGA Guatemala addressed measures to combat the screwworm pest. The ministry stated: " Para el control y erradicación del #GusanoBarrenador hemos implementado varias acciones, entre ellas un plan de prevención y guía de movilización.
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Later the same day, the ministry reported a meeting with Pacific artisanal fishermen. In a tweet dated October 31, 2025, MAGA Guatemala wrote: "Se realizó una mesa de trabajo con pescadores artesanales del Pacífico para conocer necesidades.
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On November 1, 2025, MAGA Guatemala announced training for officers from the National Civil Police aimed at strengthening controls on bird and poultry product transportation. The tweet read: "Para fortalecer los controles en la movilización de aves y productos avícolas, se brindó capacitación a un grupo de agentes de la Policía Nacional Civil.
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MAGA Guatemala is responsible for developing public policies related to agriculture and food security in the country. Its activities include supporting rural producers and implementing sanitary controls across various sectors of Guatemalan agriculture.
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