Jamaica’s bee farmers are being encouraged to take advantage of a $10-million subsidy from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries to support the purchase of feed. State Minister, Hon. Franklin Witter, said the sum allocated doubles the amount provided in 2021. “As we seek to build a robust and resilient agriculture sector, the Ministry remains committed to supporting the development...

The Government will be reintroducing mandatory mask wearing in public spaces as Jamaica experiences a fifth wave of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, made the disclosure while addressing the handover of two housing units under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) in St. James, on Friday, May 20. “It is going to be a requirement shortly...

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) through its Craft Incubator, continues to support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the gift and craft sector. To this end, the Corporation will be hosting a three-day workshop for intermediate and advanced jewellery makers on June 18 and 25 and July 2, starting at 11:a.m each day. The workshop...

Jamaica has been making significant strides in advancing critical environmental development policies with the European Union (EU) grant fund support of €16.6 million. This is being facilitated through a financing agreement between the government and the EU, under the Improved Forest Management in Jamaica Programme. This provides budgetary support towards addressing environmental and climate change challenges. Several of the notable...

Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Friday (May 20) handed over two housing units, built under the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP), to families of the Latium and Lottery districts in St. James. The two-bedroom units were handed over to Beverley Thompson of Latium, and husband and wife Jermaine and Jasseth Clarke of Lottery. Both families now have much improved...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Friday (May 20), broke ground for construction of 144 detached two-bedroom housing solutions at Union Acres in Irwin, St. James. The housing development is being undertaken by the National Housing Trust (NHT) through a joint venture partnership with the Jamaica Civil Service Housing Company Limited and the Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions...

Turtles are majestic creatures that draw attention and wonder all around the world, especially when an adult of the reptile specie is spotted. Sadly, not many persons are aware of the challenges these creatures face in their development and efforts to complete a life cycle. Most turtles can live from 10 to 80 years, but large land tortoises and sea...