MAGA Guatemala, an account focused on agricultural and food security initiatives in Guatemala, posted a series of updates between November 7 and 8, 2025, highlighting local events and government efforts in the sector.
On November 7, MAGA Guatemala announced the arrival of a local farmers' market in Santa María Chiquimula: "#Totonicapán | La #FeriaDelAgricultor llegó a Santa María Chiquimula con productos locales frescos y a precios accesibles, beneficiando a pobladores de las comunidades cercanas. #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero" (posted November 7, 2025). The event aimed to provide fresh produce at accessible prices to benefit residents from nearby communities.
Later that day, the account emphasized the importance of controlling the screwworm pest affecting livestock: "¡Controlar el #GusanoBarrenador está en nuestras manos! Con buenas prácticas fortalecemos la lucha contra esta enfermedad y cuidamos la producción pecuaria. Para reportar casos sospechosos lo puede hacer el WhatsApp al 3570-7727. #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero" (posted November 7, 2025). The post encouraged good practices to combat this disease and provided a contact number for reporting suspected cases.
On November 8, MAGA Guatemala reported on official participation in national food security discussions: "El viceministro de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutricional #VISAN, Mario Gaitán, participó en la séptima reunión extraordinaria del Consejo Nacional de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutricional #CONASAN, presidida por la vicepresidenta de la República @KarinHerreraVP." (posted November 8, 2025). This highlights ongoing governmental engagement with food security policies.
The Feria del Agricultor is part of broader efforts by Guatemalan authorities to support rural economies by facilitating access to affordable produce and connecting local producers with consumers. Controlling pests like the screwworm is considered vital for protecting livestock health and ensuring food safety across the country. Government officials regularly participate in interagency meetings such as those organized by CONASAN—the National Council for Food Security and Nutrition—to coordinate responses to nutritional challenges faced by vulnerable populations.
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