MAGA Guatemala announces new geoportal launch and highlights local environmental initiatives

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

MAGA Guatemala, an official government entity focused on agriculture and food security in Guatemala, shared a series of updates on social media between December 5 and December 6, 2025. The posts highlighted new digital initiatives, environmental education achievements, and international cooperation projects supporting indigenous communities.

On December 5, MAGA Guatemala announced the launch of a new geographic information platform with the post: "Hoy se lanzó el Geoportal para fortalecer la gestión sostenible del territorio nacional. #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero https://t.co/Dsh3mC9g9X". According to official information, this geoportal aims to improve land management across the country by providing access to updated territorial data.

Later that day, MAGA Guatemala reported an award for an environmentally friendly agriculture project in Cobán: "#AltaVerapaz | Proyecto “Agricultura Amigable al Ambiente”, de la Escuela de Formación Agrícola (EFA) de Cobán, obtuvo el primer lugar en la categoría Educación Ambiental. Conozca más de este proyecto https://t.co/ng5NPIi1Rh #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero". The Escuela de Formación Agrícola (EFA) is recognized for its educational programs promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

On December 6, another update emphasized collaboration with international partners: "Proyecto apoyado por Cooperación Internacional fortalece resiliencia de comunidades indígenas https://t.co/ZGcbm4kRXx". International cooperation has played a significant role in supporting rural and indigenous communities in Guatemala through various development initiatives.

MAGA Guatemala operates as part of national efforts to advance sustainable agriculture and food security. The organization frequently collaborates with both domestic institutions and international agencies to implement projects that address environmental sustainability and community resilience.