Welcome to the Estate Management & Business Development Co. Ltd. (EMBD)

The EMBD is a State Enterprise under the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries of the Government of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago. It was formed in 2002 with one of its major roles being to manage and develop lands formerly owned by Caroni (1975) Ltd. As the EMBD continues to expand and grow as a company we encourage you to visit our website for future updates. We also welcome your comments and feedback.

Estate Management

Estate Management

This department is responsible for issuing all sub-leases for Agricultural State Lands to all suitable individuals and agencies. Cabinet approval is necessary to issue sub-leases. Read More

Residential Development

Residential Development

The EMBD is responsible for developing 20 residential sites. These sites are being developed for Caroni 1975 Ltd VSEP employees and members of the public. Read More

Agriculture Development

Agricultural Development

In the government’s attempt to strengthen and make the agricultural sector more efficient and increase overall productivity, all State lands for agricultural purposes, are to be transferred to the EMBD. Read More

What's New at EMBD

Site visit to the Exchange II Residential Site by Minister Saddam Hosein, Minister Barry Padarath, Couva/Tabaquite/Talparo Regional Corporation Chairman Ryan Rampersad, EMBD Chief Executive Officer Eric Griffith, Chairman Lester Chariah, Deputy Chairman Rahendra Seemungal, and Director Darren Garner.

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025

From left to right: EMBD’s Director Darren Garner, Chief Executive Officer, Eric Griffith and Deputy Chairman, Rahendra Seemungal at a Caroni Lease Distribution Ceremony, Southern Academy for the Performing Arts, San Fernando on August 12

Friday, August 15th, 2025

A joint site visit with representatives of the Estate Management and Business Development Company Limited and the Couva/Tabaquite/Talparo Regional Corporation at the Exchange 2B Residential Site, Couva.

Friday, August 15th, 2025