This Is The Only Country On Earth That Can Feed Its Entire Population Without Importing Food

Did you know that there is one country in the world which is completely self-sufficient in terms of food? It does not depend on food imports from other nations and has everything it needs to keep its entire population well fed! Before you can guess, let us tell you that it is Guyana, a country on South America’s north Atlantic coast. Here’s more on this.

Why Guyana Is So Food Self-Sufficient

You would be surprised to know that Guyana is a very small country, and nearly 40% of its population is Indian. Now you would ask how. According to News18, during the 19th century, India was under British rule, and a large number of people from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and nearby regions were sent to Guyana to work on sugar plantations. These are the people whose new generations are now permanent residents of this country.

Interestingly, Guyana is the size of Gujarat and has fewer than one million residents. Its population is quite low compared to other nations. The country is known for its dense rainforests and high biodiversity. It has Amazon-enriched soils, ample rainfall, a warm climate and plenty of rainwater. All these factors give Guyana natural advantages to grow crops like rice, sugar, fruits and vegetables, without having to import them from other countries.

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The Nation Has All Seven Essential Food Categories

The country is not dependent on other nations for crops, which means that what its population eats is produced locally. Be it fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, meat, fish, nuts, or seeds, this nation has it all. According to News18, Guyana produces all seven essential food categories! This is something no other country in the entire world is currently capable of. These are the seven categories:

1. Grains and starchy foods: Guyana has rice as the major crop. Its production exceeds domestic needs.
2. Legumes, nuts and seeds: This nation can produce lentils, soybeans, peanuts and many types of seeds.
3. Fruits: Guyana has a wide range of locally grown produce.
4. Vegetables: Just like fruits, the country also has locally grown vegetables.
5. Dairy: Both milk and cheese are available.
6. Meat: There are numerous meat options for people with a non-vegetarian diet.
7. Fish: Both freshwater and marine varieties are available.

This entire food production can support a population of around 800,000 people. No other nation is currently on the same level. India is also largely self-sufficient, but its large population and dietary diversity often require imports for many items. 

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Were you aware of this fact about Guyana? Do you know any other interesting things about this nation?

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