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Ebini Livestock Station (Guyana)

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The Ebini Livestock Station is situated in the intermediate savannahs of Guyana along the Berbice River, serving as the country's primary research center for the livestock industry. Established in 1941, the station was set up to investigate the suitability of savannah soils for large-scale cattle and sheep ranching. Ebini plays a central role in the breeding and improvement of cattle breeds such as Brahman and their crosses with local stock to develop animals resistant to local diseases and the tropical climate. The site encompasses thousands of acres of pastureland where research on grasses, forage crops, and grazing management is conducted. The station also serves as a training ground for livestock farmers and provides high-quality breeding stock to farmers across the country. Through the work at Ebini, Guyana has been able to diversify its meat production and increase productivity in regions traditionally considered less fertile. Today, Ebini remains a cornerstone of the national strategy for meat self-sufficiency.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Feb, Sep, Oct.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Ebini Livestock Station in the Berbice savannah focuses on cattle breeding and improving herds in Guyana. It plays a key role in developing local agriculture and providing high-quality breeding stock.
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Visiting
The station is primarily a research facility and usually not open to the public. From the surrounding country road, one can see the pastures and typical cattle of the region.
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Where to view it
The best viewpoint is the road passing the station, where one can see the open savannah and grazing cattle herds. From a small hill to the east, one gets an even wider view of the station.
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Local products
The station produces breeding cattle for the national livestock industry, especially breeds adapted to tropical conditions. The main product is high-quality breeding animals sold to local farmers.
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Active season
Activity is steady year-round, with peaks during calving season and artificial insemination. The dry season from September to April is often the most intensive period for breeding work.
Nearby
Combine a visit with exploration of the Berbice savannah and nearby New Amsterdam, a historic colonial town. The Canje River features fishing and birdwatching opportunities.

Geography

Coordinates
5.55000, -57.78000

Facts

  • Established in 1941
  • Located on the Berbice River in Region 10
  • Focus on Brahman cattle breeding
  • Encompasses thousands of acres of pasture
  • Research on tropical forage grasses
  • Primary supplier of breeding stock in Guyana

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Sights in the town Ebini Livestock Station (2)

Hydromet house🌿 nature

The viewpoint at the Hydromet house overlooks the grounds of the Ebini Livestock Station and its vast savanna landscape.

Laterite pit🌿 nature

A viewpoint overlooking a deep red laterite pit used for sourcing road construction materials.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Ebini Livestock Station?
A research center for livestock in the Berbice savannahs.
What animals are there?
Mainly cattle, but also sheep and goats.
Can you visit the station?
Visits are mostly reserved for researchers and students.
What research is conducted here?
Improvement of pasture grass and adaptation of breeds to the climate.
What is the landscape like around Ebini?
Vast, open savannah with grasses and scattered trees.
Ebini Livestock Station: where is it located?
Ebini Livestock Station is located in Guyana.
Ebini Livestock Station: what is there to see?
Highlights include Hydromet house, Laterite pit.
Ebini Livestock Station: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Feb, Sep, Oct.
Ebini Livestock Station: why is it worth visiting?
The Ebini Livestock Station is situated in the intermediate savannahs of Guyana along the Berbice River, serving as the country's primary research center for the livestock industry.
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