Which crops are most important to Guyana’s agriculture?

In Guyana, agriculture is primarily concentrated on the coastal plain, where crops are cultivated using water-control techniques such as dikes and canals. The most important crops are categorized into cash crops and food crops:1

• Cash Crops: Sugarcane and rice are the primary cash crops and remain significant exports for the country. Coffee and cacao are also grown as cash crops.12
• Food Crops: The country produces a variety of food crops, including cassava (manioc), corn (maize), bananas, vegetables, and citrus fruits.1

Historically, the economy has relied heavily on sugarcane production, which was once managed by the state-owned Guyana Sugar Corporation. Today, these crops continue to play a vital role in the nation's agricultural sector alongside livestock production, which includes cattle, pigs, goats, sheep, and poultry.31