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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon Pearnel Charles Jr. (left), observes as Livestock Support Specialist at Nutramix, Standford Hamilton, prepares an implement for an artificial Insemination demonstration at Minard Estates Farm in Brown’s Town, St. Ann, on Wednesday (April 26)
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon Pearnel Charles Jr. (left), observes as Livestock Support Specialist at Nutramix, Standford Hamilton, prepares an implement for an artificial Insemination demonstration at Minard Estates Farm in Brown’s Town, St. Ann, on Wednesday (April 26)

Agricultural Scientists Encouraged to Build on Legacy of Dr. Lecky

Agricultural Scientists are being urged to build on the legacy of renowned scientist, Dr. Thomas P. Lecky, as a strategy to further advance agriculture and strengthen the breeding population for cattle and ruminants in Jamaica. Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries,...
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Representative to Jamaica, Dr. Crispim Moreira, speaks at the launch of the ‘Improving Phytosanitary, Food Safety and Market Access Opportunities along the Hot Pepper Value Chain in Jamaica’ project, which was held at the office of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica, on Wednesday, April 19.
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations Representative to Jamaica, Dr. Crispim Moreira, speaks at the launch of the ‘Improving Phytosanitary, Food Safety and Market Access Opportunities along the Hot Pepper Value Chain in Jamaica’ project, which was held at the office of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica, on Wednesday, April 19.

Hot Pepper Farmers to Receive Training and Technical Assistance
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (left), listens as Principal Research Director, Bodles Research Station, Dr. Lisa Myers-Morgan (second left), explains the benefits of the animal complete feed ration or Total Mix Ration (TMR). The event was the Small Ruminants Association of Jamaica (SRAJM) Annual General Meeting on Thursday, April 20 at the Bodles Research Station, Old Harbour, St. Catherine. Looking on is President, SRAJM, Trevor Bernard.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (left), listens as Principal Research Director, Bodles Research Station, Dr. Lisa Myers-Morgan (second left), explains the benefits of the animal complete feed ration or Total Mix Ration (TMR). The event was the Small Ruminants Association of Jamaica (SRAJM) Annual General Meeting on Thursday, April 20 at the Bodles Research Station, Old Harbour, St. Catherine. Looking on is President, SRAJM, Trevor Bernard.

PHOTOS: Small Ruminants Association of Jamaica’s Annual General Meeting
Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information and Member of Parliament, Clarendon North Central, Hon. Robert Morgan (right), addressing the launch of a farmers’ watch at New Ground in Chapelton, at the New Ground Church of God of Prophecy in the community, on April 20. Listening (from left) are Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Franklin Witter and Parish Manager, Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) Clarendon, Charles Killingbeck. The farmers’ watch is part of efforts to curtail praedial larcency.
Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information and Member of Parliament, Clarendon North Central, Hon. Robert Morgan (right), addressing the launch of a farmers’ watch at New Ground in Chapelton, at the New Ground Church of God of Prophecy in the community, on April 20. Listening (from left) are Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Franklin Witter and Parish Manager, Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) Clarendon, Charles Killingbeck. The farmers’ watch is part of efforts to curtail praedial larcency.

PHOTOS: Farmers’ Watch Launched in New Ground, Clarendon
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., brings remarks at the seventh annual Ueshima Coffee Company (UCC) Quality Cup contest at the Craighton Estate in Irish Town, St. Andrew, on April 20. UCC is the largest buyer of Jamaican coffee and was one of the first Japanese companies to directly take Jamaican coffee into Japan.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., brings remarks at the seventh annual Ueshima Coffee Company (UCC) Quality Cup contest at the Craighton Estate in Irish Town, St. Andrew, on April 20. UCC is the largest buyer of Jamaican coffee and was one of the first Japanese companies to directly take Jamaican coffee into Japan.

PHOTOS: Minister Charles JR. Attends UCC Quality Cup Contest

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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s Head Office in Kingston, on April 13.
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Banana and Plantain Sector Critical to Grow Smart, Eat Smart Initiative

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. says sustaining increased banana and plantain production is critical to the ‘Grow Smart, Eat Smart’ initiative. Last year, banana and plantain production increased by 33.5 per cent and 57.7 per cent, respectively, relative to 2015. “From the perspective of the Banana Board and the Ministry, for us grow smart means continuing...
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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.
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Farmers Earn Over $330 Million in 2022 Via Alex Platform

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. has disclosed that farmers have earned over $330 million in revenue, for 2022, via the Agri-Linkages Exchange (ALEX) platform. He further disclosed that since January 2023, farmers have so far earned over $100 million. Mr. Charles Jr. was speaking at the Agro-Investment Corporation’s Market Linkage Networking Seminar held on April 13,...
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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s Head Office in Kingston, on Thursday (April 13).
AgricultureJIS Think Tank

Gov’t Focused on Boosting Banana and Plantain Production

The Government remains committed to strengthening the institutional capacity for increased banana and plantain production. This undertaking was reiterated by Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., who said the industry continues to present a great opportunity for local farmers. Last year, banana and plantain production increased by 2.8 per cent and 18.7 per cent, respectively. Despite the...
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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), touches a bull on display at the St. Mary Agri Expo, which was held at the JP Farms Sports Complex in the parish on April 10. Also pictured is Chief Executive Officer of the National Fisheries Authority, Dr. Gavin Bellamy (second right).
Agriculture

Strong Showing at St. Mary Agri Expo

The 35th staging of the St. Mary Agri Expo, which was held on Easter Monday, April 10, is being dubbed by many as one of the best editions in the history of the storied event. In fact, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., who toured the bevy of booths and exhibitions, proclaimed that the show has possibly...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Franklin Witter (left), inspects a cow during a tour of booths and animal enclosures at the Montpelier Agricultural and Industrial Show in St. James, on Easter Monday (April 10). The annual event, which was held at the Montpelier Showground, is organised by the St. James Association of Branch Societies of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS). Accompanying Mr. Witter are Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin (centre) and President, St. James Association of Branch Societies, Glendon Harris.
Agriculture

Numerous Patrons Attend Montpelier Agricultural and Industrial Show

Scores of citizens from St. James and surrounding parishes attended the 40th Montpelier Agricultural and Industrial Show on Easter Monday (April 10). The annual event, which commenced in 1987, is organised by the St. James Association of Branch Societies of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS). Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Franklin Witter, who delivered...
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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (second right), whiffs nutmeg during his tour of the Portland 4-H Clubs Parish Achievement Expo on Wednesday (April 5) at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE). Looking on (from left) are Portland 4-H Clubs Parish Advisory Council Chairman, Wilburn Carr; farmer, Ruel Deacon; Parish Manager, Portland 4-H Clubs, Alain Cox and Acting Director of Youth Services, Jamaica 4-H Clubs, Charlene Edwards.
Agriculture

Portland 4-H Clubs Sparkle at Parish Achievement Expos Grand Finale

The Portland 4-H Clubs, on Wednesday (April 5), brought the curtains down on a season of islandwide parish achievement expos, with a buzzworthy execution. The event was held at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) and featured all the exciting competitions for which the local 4-H clubs are known, in addition to displays, samples and interactive activities by...
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