Minister of Agriculture says cattle herd surges to 220,000 heads as beef export market expands
By Zoila Palma: Belize’s cattle industry has recorded significant growth in recent years, with the national herd increasing from approximately 90,000 head in 2015 to 220,000 as of August 2026. Agriculture Minister Rodwell Ferguson told BBN that improved genetics, pasture management, husbandry practices and access to new markets have contributed to the expansion. Ferguson said […] The post Minister of Agriculture says cattle herd surges to 220,000 heads as beef export market expands appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com .