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flag Belize’s farmers reject $1M aid offer, voting to keep lawsuit over $11M in unpaid Fairtrade premiums.

flag Belize’s cane farmers, represented by the BSCFA, have voted to continue their lawsuit against Belize Sugar Industries and Tate & Lyle Sugars over more than $11 million in unpaid Fairtrade premiums, rejecting a government proposal offering $1 million in fertilizer and cash aid in exchange for dropping the case. flag The decision, made at a meeting in San Roman Village, reflects strong farmer support for pursuing legal action despite financial strain. flag Prime Minister John Briceño announced he is joining a rival farmers’ group, a move met with disappointment by BSCFA leadership, though the association reaffirmed its commitment to seeking justice through the courts.

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