Guyana Food Safety Authority

02/11/2026

Food Safety and Street Food Vending

Staff of the Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA) conducted two nights of Food Safety Outreach for Street Food Vendors at the Kingston Seawall Esplanade and Sheriff Street, Georgetown.

Traditionally, Street Food vending has been a tasty and convenient link in our Food Supply Chain. It is GFSA's intention to ensure that such food handlers are well equipped with the knowledge to ensure that food is safely processed and sold in an hygienic environment. As such, the vendors were encouraged to practise safe food handling by keeping their hands and surfaces clean, separating raw and cooked foods, cooking foods thoroughly, keeping foods at safe temperatures and using safe water and raw materials.

GFSA wishes to thank the Ministry of Health, and the Mayor and City Council for participating in this worthwhile venture.

Food Safety Is Everybody's Business.

28/10/2026

Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters"


Statistics show that breast cancer accounts for approximately 685,000 to 694,000 deaths globally each year. About one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime.

The best protection is early detection. Detect it, treat it and defeat it. No one fights alone.

October has been designated Breast Cancer Awareness month. To show solidarity with those affected by breast cancer, the Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Health hosted an Awareness and Prevention programme with both male and female staff members.

Food Safety and Breast Cancer Prevention

In his presentation, Senior Food and Agro-processing Inspector, Mr. Roy Porter, underscored the importance of consuming safe food for the prevention of cancer and safe guarding of effective recovery. Participants were encouraged to avoid products that contain harmful chemicals, such as the carcinogens found in to***co, and reduce the intake of ultra-processed foods that can trigger the growth of cancer cells.

The early detection of breast cancer

Senior Registrar and Family Medicine Consultant, Dr Tariq Jagnarine, advised that women should seek to determine their risk level when it comes to breast cancer. Persons at a higher risk of developing breast cancer are those with a family history of it, persons who are smokers and those who are affected by other triggering factors. Women under the age of 30 are encouraged to undergo routine screening via ultrasound, while women above the age of 30 are encouraged to undergo routine mammograms.

Women are also encouraged to practice routine breast self-examination at least seven days before their menstrual cycle begins. They are encouraged to check for signs of lumps, any variation in the shape of the breasts, unusual discharge, skin changes, ni**le changes and ongoing pain. Those at risk are asked to refer to the nearest health facility for assistance and treatment.

Prioritise Personal Health

Staff members were also urged to prioritise their personal sexual health. NAPS Counsellor, Ms. Tricia Brooks, delivered a captivating presentation on the protection against HIV, voluntary counselling and testing, using HIV self-testing kits and the use of PrEP and PEP.

GFSA wishes to thank the Ministry of Health for their participation in our Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention programme.



Food Safety Is Everybody's Business.

26/10/2026

The Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA) in collaboration with the Environmental Health Department of Region Number Four conducted a successful Food Safety Market Outreach at the Mon Repos Market, East Coast Demerara. The Food Safety team interacted with over fifty Market Vendors and consumers.

Participants were educated about the importance of safe food processing. They were encouraged to practice proper food handling, preparation and storage; proper temperature control; use safe water and raw materials during food preparation and use clean surfaces and utensils across all stages of food handling, packaging and serving.


Food Safety Is Everybody's Business.

23/10/2026

"Agriculture Minister, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, today challenged students of Queen’s College to think beyond traditional agricultural production and embrace the opportunities presented through innovation, value addition and entrepreneurship, as he delivered remarks at the opening of the school’s Value-Added Expo."

20/10/2026

School Outreach | Westminster Secondary School 🇬🇾

The Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA) successfully conducted an educational session on the Five Keys to Safer Food, equipping students with practical knowledge to promote safe food handling and protect their health.

As part of the outreach, an educational poster was handed over to the Home Economics Department to support continued food safety awareness and learning.

🌟 Educating, empowering, and promoting safer food practices among our future generations!

Food Safety is Everyone’s Business! 🇬🇾

20/10/2026

In observance of Agriculture Month 2026, the Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA) today conducted an informative Food Safety School Education exercise with students of the Vreed-en-Hoop Primary School on the West Bank Demerara, Region Number Three.

Students were informed about the Five Keys to Safer Food. They were encouraged to make food safety their priority and become Food Safety Heroes.

Agriculture Month 2026 is observed under the theme, "Innovate, Nourish, Grow: Building A Strong and Sustainable Guyana."

GFSA wishes to thank the Ministry of Education for facilitating our School Outreach Programme.


Food Safety Is Everybody's Business

19/10/2026

This is what you should know about the Farmers Connect app.

Download @ https://apps.apple.com/gy/app/farmersconnectgy/id6756265214

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gy.gov.ndma.farmersconnect

https://ndma.gov.gy/farmers.html

18/10/2026

17/10/2026

In observance of Agriculture Month 2026, the Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA) conducted an informative School Education exercise with students of the C.V Nunes Primary School on the Essequibo Coast, Region Number Two.

Students were informed about the Five Keys to Safer Food and encouraged to make food safety their priority.


Food Safety Is Everybody's Business

17/10/2026