But all is not lost. We have got to nurture it. All of us. Over the years the rights of children and youths were viewed as not important. This is not only particular to Guyana but to other countries as well.
Today there is a marked improvement in recognising the voice of youths.
He said organic farming of cocoa commenced in a significant way last year following a visit by Prince Charles in February. The project was assisted by the Department for International Development and the British Government Minister Sawh said his ministry has received reports about many cocoa plantations in other parts of the country, including Berbice River and Timehri. The Minister also said a special committee was set up to develop a five-year strategic plan for the propagation of intensive organic agriculture, an area with vast market potential in European countries. The Minister further noted that the cocoa produced locally is of high quality and the export target for 2002 is 50,000 pounds.