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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States-European Union (OACPS-EU), and United Nations Development Fund (UNDP) conference held on Wednesday (Oct. 18), at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States-European Union (OACPS-EU), and United Nations Development Fund (UNDP) conference held on Wednesday (Oct. 18), at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

Apps Being Developed to Streamline Mining and Quarry Operations

The mining and quarry industry will benefit from two applications (apps) being developed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, aimed at improving business operations and making it easier for members of the public to report grievances. The first...
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right), admires a sculpture done by Artist and Founder, Khadabra Limited, Robert Campbell (left), during the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS)/European Union (EU)/United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) development minerals programme final conference on Wednesday (October 18) at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right), admires a sculpture done by Artist and Founder, Khadabra Limited, Robert Campbell (left), during the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS)/European Union (EU)/United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) development minerals programme final conference on Wednesday (October 18) at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will be hosting a World Food Day ceremony and exposition at the Newell High School in St. Elizabeth on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will be hosting a World Food Day ceremony and exposition at the Newell High School in St. Elizabeth on Thursday, October 19, 2023.

World Food Day Exhibition at Newell High School
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative for Jamaica, The Bahamas, and Belize, Dr Crispim Moreira (second left), makes a point during a conversation with (from left) International consultant with the FAO, Dr Inessa Salomao; Junior Achievement Jamaica’s Callia Smith-Harriott; and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s St. Sanya Morrison. The occasion was a validation seminar for the ‘Inclusive and Resilient Agri-Food Systems in Rural and Peri-Urban Territories of Kingston’ project on Friday (October 6) at the Altamont Court Hotel in Kingston.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative for Jamaica, The Bahamas, and Belize, Dr Crispim Moreira (second left), makes a point during a conversation with (from left) International consultant with the FAO, Dr Inessa Salomao; Junior Achievement Jamaica’s Callia Smith-Harriott; and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s St. Sanya Morrison. The occasion was a validation seminar for the ‘Inclusive and Resilient Agri-Food Systems in Rural and Peri-Urban Territories of Kingston’ project on Friday (October 6) at the Altamont Court Hotel in Kingston.

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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a water truck in Clarks Town, Trelawny . Occasion was a commissioning ceremony for the truck, a ramp and pumping station on Thursday (October 5). Sharing the moment are (from left) Chief Executive Officer at the National Irrigation Commission (NIC), Joseph Gyles; Chairman of the NIC Board, Nigel Myrie and Board Member at the NIC, Genille Attalla.
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More Water for Farmers in Clarks Town, Trelawny

A new pumping station, ramp and water truck have been commissioned in the community of Clarks Town, Trelawny, to benefit farmers in the area. The commissioning was spearheaded by the National Irrigation Commission (NIC). At the handover ceremony held on Thursday (October 5), Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, said the commissioning is to ensure that a...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter, addresses a Praedial Larceny Prevention Sensitisation session on October 5 at the Alhambra Inn in Kingston.
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Amendment to Praedial Larceny Act to Go Before Parliament Shortly

Legislation to amend the Praedial Larceny (Prevention) Act to strengthen the capacity of law enforcement to go after farm thieves is expected to go before Parliament shortly. Addressing a sensitisation session on October 5 at the Alhambra Inn in Kingston, State Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter, said the amendment will provide further deterrence against the criminal...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right); and Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Representative for Jamaica, The Bahamas and Belize, Dr. Crispim Moreira (left), sign the letter of agreement for the Improving Rural Livelihoods Through Resilient Agri-Food Systems project during the launch ceremony held on October 3 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Observing the proceedings are (from left, back row): Chief executive Officer, Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), Winston Simpson; High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, His Excellency Masakui Rungsung; Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett Templer; and National Project Manager, Princess Lee.
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150 Kitson Town Residents to Benefit from Resilient Agri-Food Systems Project

Approximately 150 residents from Kitson Town will receive technical support and skills training to increase income generation and job opportunities under the Improving Rural Livelihoods Through Resilient Agri-Food Systems project. An initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, the project will target farmers, women, and youth from 26 districts in the rural St. Catherine community....
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, delivers remarks during the opening session of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ)/Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Summit on the Produce Safety Rule, Food Security and Agribusiness Council held at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston, on Tuesday (September 26).
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Jamaica Focused on Food Safety as Part of Export Drive

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, has reaffirmed its commitment to food safety as it ramps up efforts to increase exports. “Food safety is everybody’s business. It will take our collective efforts to ensure that the highest standards of safety and quality are synonymous with Jamaican agricultural exports. “This will help us to continue to bolster our position on...
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Senior Livestock specialist at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), Maxine Brown.
Agriculture

Farmers Encouraged to Implement Sustainable Agricultural Practices

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is reminding farmers to utilise resources judiciously through the implementation of sustainable agricultural practices. RADA is currently working islandwide to enhance the development of farming through an effective, efficient and sustainable extension service. Officers often provide valuable information and resources to farmers to stimulate the growth of their businesses. Livestock Specialist at RADA, Maxine...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the official commencement of the 2023-2024 National Irish Potato and Onion Production and Productivity Incentive Programme, in Chudleigh, Manchester, on September 20.  
Agriculture

Big Boost for Irish Potato and Onion Production

The Government will be spending $150 million to increase Irish potato production and $80 million to assist onion farmers as part of its strategy to boost the yield of specific crops, to ensure food security. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, said one of the objectives is to increase Irish potato production by 20 tons per hectare...
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Livestock Specialist at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), Maxine Brown.
Agriculture

Small Ruminant Owners Encouraged to Keep Proper Records

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is urging all small ruminant farmers to keep accurate and current records of their animals. This is necessary for the Authority to assist farmers to improve farm operations across the island. In a recent interview with JIS News, Livestock Specialist at RADA, Maxine Brown, said the Authority has created goat record-keeping books for farmers....
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