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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green.

Work Commences on Site Office for Pedro Plains Irrigation Project

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, says work has commenced to establish the site office for the Pedro Plains Irrigation Expansion Project in St. Elizabeth. “So, having done the ceremonial ground-breaking for the Pedro Plains Irrigation Project...
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a tractor to the National Irrigation Commission’s (NIC) Hounslow office in Watchwell, St. Elizabeth on Friday (Aug. 15). Looking on (from left) are the NIC’s Director of Engineering and Technical Services, Rohan Stewart; Permanent Secretary in the Agriculture Ministry, Dermon Spence; and Chief Executive Officer at the NIC, Joseph Gyles.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right), cuts the ribbon to officially hand over a tractor to the National Irrigation Commission’s (NIC) Hounslow office in Watchwell, St. Elizabeth on Friday (Aug. 15). Looking on (from left) are the NIC’s Director of Engineering and Technical Services, Rohan Stewart; Permanent Secretary in the Agriculture Ministry, Dermon Spence; and Chief Executive Officer at the NIC, Joseph Gyles.

Agriculture Ministry Strengthens Tractor Services to St. Elizabeth Farmers
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses a ceremony to commission a new electric water pump into service at the Beacon Water Filling Station in St. Elizabeth on Friday (Aug. 15). 
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses a ceremony to commission a new electric water pump into service at the Beacon Water Filling Station in St. Elizabeth on Friday (Aug. 15). 

New Electric Pump at Beacon Filling Station to Improve Water Supply to Farmers
Inspector Eugene Robinson of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area 3 Agricultural Protection Branch.
Inspector Eugene Robinson of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area 3 Agricultural Protection Branch.

Livestock Must Be Properly Tagged Under Identification And Traceability System
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the handover ceremony for boats and engines to fishers from St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland, at the National Fisheries Authority
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the handover ceremony for boats and engines to fishers from St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland, at the National Fisheries Authority's (NFA) Black River office, in St. Elizabeth, on Wednesday (August 13).

Plan Being Developed To Make Fuel More Affordable To Fishers

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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (left), and Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) President, Owen Dobson (second left), look at the range of fresh produce on display at the JAS booth on day two of the Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show in May Pen, Clarendon, on August 2. They are joined by JAS Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Derron Grant (second right), and JAS Regional Manager, Denver Thorpe (right).
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Denbigh 71 Hailed A Success

The 71st staging of the Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show has been hailed as a significant success, fulfilling its mandate in highlighting the strength and resilience of Jamaica’s agricultural sector. Speaking to JIS News, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organising entity, the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Derron Grant, said that the three-day event effectively showcased the theme, ‘A...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the handover ceremony for boats and engines to fishers from St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland, at the office of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Black River, St. Elizabeth, on Wednesday (August 13).
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Black River Fish Market to Be Renovated

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining will commence full renovation works on the Black River Fish Market in St. Elizabeth this week, to improve facilities for vendors and enhance the overall market environment. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Floyd Green, in an interview with JIS News, said the project will include repainting, deep cleaning, and other improvements to create a more...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the handover ceremony for boats and engines to fishers from St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland, at the office of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) in Black River, St. Elizabeth, on Wednesday (August 13).
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Fishers In St. Elizabeth And Westmoreland Get Boats And Engines

Fishers from St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland have received boats and engines from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, under its new Fisheries Incentive Programme, aimed at supporting the next generation of fishers and strengthening Jamaica’s food security. Addressing the handover ceremony at the office of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) in Black River, on August 13, Portfolio Minister, Hon....
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Acting Manager for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) at the Rural Agricultural Authority (RADA), Hartnell Campbell.
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RADA Ramping Up Extension Services

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is reaching more farmers through education and training. Acting Manager for Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Hartnell Campbell, said that the agency is connecting with farmers through technology and face-to-face meetings. He said that the team has been “going parish by parish, district by district”, to engage with farmers, hear their concerns and provide...
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Principal of the Knockalva Polytechnic College in Hanover, Natalie Thompson, addresses a press briefing hosted by the college at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) St. James parish office in Montego Bay on Friday (August 8). 
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Knockalva Polytechnic College Grateful for Stakeholder Support

Principal of Knockalva Polytechnic College Natalie Thompson has expressed gratitude for the support the institution has received from the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information. “We are receiving support as we speak at unprecedented levels from the Ministry. We are really grateful and thankful for the attention that we are being given,” Mrs. Thompson stated. She was addressing a...
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Principal of the Knockalva Polytechnic College, Natalie Thompson, addresses a press briefing hosted by the college at the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) St. James parish office in Montego Bay on Friday (August 8). 
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Knockalva Polytechnic College Celebrates 85 Years

Knockalva Polytechnic College in Hanover will celebrate its 85th anniversary with a series of activities on October 24 and 25, highlighting the institution’s transformation from a small agricultural training school to a leading tertiary polytechnic. “Our theme, ‘Legacy of Excellence: 85 Years of Shaping Futures,’ speaks to the rich history, transformative work, and continued commitment to prepare the next generation...
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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (centre), listens as Dihanroy Mitchell of the HEART/NSTA Trust highlight’s features of the agency’s technology display at the Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show in May Pen, Clarendon on Friday (Aug. 1). The Minister is joined by the agency’s Managing Director, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton (right).
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HEART/ NSTA Trust Showcase Innovation In Farming At Denbigh

The HEART/ NSTA Trust Pavilion was abuzz with activity on the first day of Denbigh on Friday (Aug.1), with scores of youngsters engaging with the range of interactive technology displays, while accessing information on training and certification programmes. The agency, which is housed in the Youth in Agriculture Village, is showcasing innovations in farming, including hydroponics, and robotics and drone...
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