# President Ali’s $400M Rice Farm Boost | Guyana News

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Podcast: [Guyana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/guyana-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7855471)
Published: 2026-07-06T13:33:03+00:00
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President Ali just dumped $400 million in cash grants to rice farmers nationwide, part of a sweeping plan to revitalize agriculture and make farming profitable and sustainable. Over 5,000 farmers across 200,000 acres will benefit, following a billion-dollar education grant just days prior — signaling a massive economic boost. This isn’t just handouts; it’s a strategic push to build trust through consistent action, backed by investments in drainage, irrigation, tax relief, and infrastructure. Upgrades include modern drying and storage facilities, new farmland for young farmers, and drone tech to tackle labor shortages. Plus, they’re expanding export markets and boosting local rice use in value-added products — turning farming into a future-ready, profitable industry. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2847a6443a5671de

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