Venezuela is developing a large special zone for food production in its eastern regions. Agriculture Minister Wilmar Castro Soteldo made the announcement recently. The zone spans states like Guárico, Anzoátegui, Monagas, Sucre, and Bolívar. The area contains around 12.55 million hectares for various farming activities. It also offers significant agroforestry potential. Additionally, 1,240 kilometers of […]
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