MAGA Guatemala, an organization active in agricultural and rural affairs, shared updates on its recent activities through social media posts dated November 15, 2025. The posts highlighted the organization's work with coffee producers, participation in a campaign against gender-based violence, and recognition of elderly members of the rural community.
On November 15, 2025, MAGA Guatemala posted about its efforts to educate local coffee growers: "#Jalapa | Capacitamos a pequeños productores de café de la asociación ASOINE de la aldea Buena Vista, sobre el Reglamento Europeo de Productos Libres de Deforestación. Más detalles https://t.co/CZMCtsPGTh #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero". The post refers to training provided to small-scale coffee producers from the ASOINE association in Buena Vista village regarding the European Union's regulations for deforestation-free products.
In another update on November 15, 2025, MAGA Guatemala reported its involvement in an event marking a significant international observance: "#Chimaltenango | Participamos, a través del equipo de la sede departamental, en una actividad conmemorativa por el Día Internacional de la Eliminación de la Violencia contra la Mujer, que se celebra el 25 de noviembre, destacando el papel de la mujer rural como pilar en la https://t.co/GoUyX0dVQ8". The message notes that the organization took part in a commemorative activity for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women—an annual event held on November 25—which emphasized the role of rural women as fundamental pillars within their communities.
The same day also saw MAGA Guatemala recognizing older adults who contribute to agriculture: "Hoy honramos a los adultos mayores, pilares del campo guatemalteco. Su vida dedicada a nuestra tierra inspira nuestro compromiso diario. https://t.co/dEFJGllBtH". This statement underscores appreciation for senior citizens whose lifelong work supports Guatemalan agriculture.
The European Union introduced new rules requiring companies to ensure their products are not linked to deforestation. These regulations aim to reduce environmental harm by promoting sustainable supply chains among trading partners worldwide.
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women was established by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1999 and is observed globally every year on November 25 as part of efforts to combat gender-based violence.
Guatemala’s agricultural sector is characterized by numerous smallholder farmers and significant contributions from both women and elderly populations who play vital roles in sustaining rural livelihoods.
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