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Queen Conch found in Jamaica
Queen Conch found in Jamaica's waters.

Persons in Possession of Conch Must File Declaration by Sept. 20

Individuals in possession of conch legally obtained prior to August 30, must file a declaration in writing to the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) by September 20, 2025. The Conch Close Season began on August 30, 2025 and runs until February...
Principal Director for the Fisheries Compliance, Licensing and Statistics Division at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Dr. Zahra Oliphant, is reminding persons that the Conch Close Season is critical for promoting sustainability of the sector.
Principal Director for the Fisheries Compliance, Licensing and Statistics Division at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Dr. Zahra Oliphant, is reminding persons that the Conch Close Season is critical for promoting sustainability of the sector.

Conch Close Season a Tool for Sustainability – NFA
Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter, gives remarks during the handover ceremony for fishing boats and engines, held at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Black River office in St. Elizabeth, recently.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter, gives remarks during the handover ceremony for fishing boats and engines, held at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Black River office in St. Elizabeth, recently.

St. Elizabeth Fisher Grateful for Boat and Engine
Chief Executive Officer, National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Dr. Gavin Bellamy, addresses the recent handover ceremony for boats and engines to fishers, at the NFA’s Black River office in St. Elizabeth.
Chief Executive Officer, National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Dr. Gavin Bellamy, addresses the recent handover ceremony for boats and engines to fishers, at the NFA’s Black River office in St. Elizabeth.

NFA Urges Fishers to Prioritise Safety While at Sea
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third left), and State Minister in the Agriculture Ministry, Hon. Franklin Witter (third right), share lens time with stakeholders and Ministry representatives during the commissioning ceremony for a 130,000-gallon sectional water tank in New Forest, Manchester, on August 15. From left are National Irrigation Commission Limited (NIC) Regional Systems Manager for Clarendon and Manchester, Fitzgerald Reid; Permanent Secretary in the Agriculture Ministry, Dermon Spence; and NIC Chief Executive Officer, Joseph Gyles, and Director of Engineering and Technical Services, Rohan Stewart.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third left), and State Minister in the Agriculture Ministry, Hon. Franklin Witter (third right), share lens time with stakeholders and Ministry representatives during the commissioning ceremony for a 130,000-gallon sectional water tank in New Forest, Manchester, on August 15. From left are National Irrigation Commission Limited (NIC) Regional Systems Manager for Clarendon and Manchester, Fitzgerald Reid; Permanent Secretary in the Agriculture Ministry, Dermon Spence; and NIC Chief Executive Officer, Joseph Gyles, and Director of Engineering and Technical Services, Rohan Stewart.

130,000-Gallon Water Tank Commissioned to Boost Irrigation in Manchester

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

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 recently, work has started in earnest to establish our site office. We've done the land clearing and we've identified the...
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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.
AgricultureFisheriesMining

Agriculture Ministry Strengthens Tractor Services to St. Elizabeth Farmers

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, has strengthened mechanisation support for farmers in St. Elizabeth with the provision of a new tractor to the National Irrigation Commission’s (NIC) Hounslow office in Watchwell.  Portfolio Minister, Hon. Floyd Green, who officially handed over the machinery on Friday (Aug. 15), said the presentation of the tractor forms part of the Ministry’s ongoing...
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Inspector Eugene Robinson of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area 3 Agricultural Protection Branch.
AgricultureFisheriesJustice

Livestock Must Be Properly Tagged Under Identification And Traceability System

The police are reminding individuals selling livestock, particularly cattle, to ensure that they are tagged under the National Animal Identification and Traceability System (NAITS). Designed to combat praedial larceny, the NAITS incorporates information on an animal’s identity, ownership, geographical location and movement activity. It involves tagging animals with unique identifiers and issuing a passport, which enables farmers to properly track...
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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 National Fisheries Authority
AgricultureEnergyFisheries

Plan Being Developed To Make Fuel More Affordable To Fishers

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining is developing a plan to make fuel more affordable and accessible to fishers across Jamaica. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, made the disclosure during the handover ceremony for boats and engines at the Black River office of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), in St. Elizabeth, on Wednesday (August 13)....
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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).
AgricultureFisheries

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).
AgricultureFisheries

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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Fishing vessels on a beach on Jamaica
FisheriesYouth

8,073 Benefited from Youth in Fisheries Programme in 2024

A total of 8,073 individuals benefited from the Youth in Fisheries Programme in 2024, gaining knowledge and resources to participate effectively in the fisheries sector. The initiative, being implemented by the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, aims to create training opportunities in both inland and marine fisheries, while providing input support for youth to actively engage in the industry. The information is...
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