Business

Business December 16, 2011

PM Says Rice Producers Can Go Monitor BMDC

the Prime Minister addressed concerns from rice producers about sales declines and the Belize Marketing and Development Corporation's role in the issue.

Business December 15, 2011

Shoe Shine Service In City's Center

Herman Welch opened a shoe shine service in the Commercial Center of Belize City, aiming to revive the trade locally.

Business December 13, 2011

BNE Exploration License Awarded To Another Company

Perenco Limited has been awarded the exploration license for an oil bloc previously held by Belize Natural Energy.

Business December 13, 2011

Bank Versus Port, The Saga Continues

The Belize Bank is preparing to assess the Port of Belize, but its appointed representative, Arturo Tux Vasquez, denies any knowledge of his supposed role as receiver.

Business December 13, 2011

Cool Gadgets For Christmas

popular electronic stores in the city showcase cool gadgets and Christmas promotions for shoppers ahead of the holiday season.

Business December 6, 2011

Innovating The Service Sector

A workshop on innovation in the service sector was held by the Inter American Development Bank and Caribbean Export Development Agency to boost economic growth in the Caribbean.

Business December 6, 2011

Uruguayan Rice May Be Mexican

The Ministry of Agriculture confirmed limited imports of Uruguayan rice, while producers suggest it may also come from Mexico, prompting political criticism of government marketing practices.

Business December 5, 2011

A Cure For The Rice Crisis?

The Minister of Agriculture met with Blue Creek rice farmers to discuss solutions for the rice industry amid concerns over Uruguayan rice imports.

Business December 2, 2011

BMDC Answers Rice Crisis Questions

Belize's largest rice producers report a significant drop in sales, attributing the crisis to the Belize Marketing Development Corporation's pricing and practices.