In light of the current dry and windy conditions being experienced island-wide, the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is issuing a strong advisory to all farmers and rural residents: desist from lighting any form of fire at this time. These weather conditions create an extremely high risk for bush fires, which can lead to severe damage to crops, property, natural...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, on Wednesday (June 18), officially opened the $3-million gear shed and bathroom facilities at the Black River Fishing Beach in St. Elizabeth. The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) spearheaded the initiative that forms part of a broader national initiative to rehabilitate fishing beaches and enhance the livelihoods of Jamaica’s fisherfolk. The renovations...

The Coconut Industry Board (CIB) celebrates 80 years of operation this month, having made critical contributions in Research and Development to the benefit of the  coconut sector. Established by the Coconut Industry Control Act of 1945, the CIB is responsible for monitoring and informing the Government on the state of the coconut industry, advising growers of agronomic best practices and...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, has charged Denbigh organisers to ensure that farmers are “front and centre” at this year's staging of the annual agricultural, industrial and food show, with activities that cater to their development. ‘Denbigh 71’ will be held from August 1 to 3 at the Denbigh Showground in May Pen, Clarendon. Speaking at...

The House of Representatives, on Tuesday (June 17), passed amendments to the Praedial Larceny Act, aimed at combatting the theft of agricultural produce, livestock and fish. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, who piloted the legislation, stated that, upon enactment, the Bill will strengthen the penalties for offences committed under the Act or those outlined in its...

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining has received support from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in drafting of seed regulations to strengthen the production of hot peppers in Jamaica. The regulations are being developed as part of the ‘Improving Phytosanitary, Food Safety and Market Access Opportunities along the Hot Pepper Value Chain in Jamaica Project’. Speaking with JIS...

The Agri-Linkages Exchange (ALEX) portal generated $100 million in earnings for farmers during the first four months of 2025. The portal is expected to facilitate up to three million kilogrammes of produce this year valued at $450 million. This was disclosed by Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, as he made his contribution to the 2025/2026 Sectoral Debate in the...