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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

Chief Executive Officer of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Dr. Gavin Bellamy, has called on fishers to prioritise their safety while carrying out daily activities. Speaking during the recent handover ceremony of boats and engines at the NFA’s Black River...
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
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 (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
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

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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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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (left), presents a certificate of participation to fisher Joseph Elliot, during a Pelagic Sub-Project handover and awards ceremony at Billy’s Bay Fishing Village in Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth on Friday (July 18).
Fisheries

29 Fishers from Billy’s Bay Trained In Pelagic Fishing

Twenty-nine fishers from Billy’s Bay in St. Elizabeth have received certificates of participation after successfully completing pelagic fishing training spearheaded by the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining. The training equipped the fishers to respond to declining near-shore fish stocks and strengthen climate resilience in their communities, using artisanal longline fishing techniques and Fish...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the 20th hybrid session of the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC), at Secrets Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on July 8. Mr. Green is the outgoing Chairman of the Commission.
Fisheries

Minister Urges WECAFC to Continue Supporting Artisanal Fisherfolk

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, has urged the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC) to reaffirm its commitment to safeguarding fisheries and supporting artisanal fisherfolk. Speaking at the Commission’s 20th hybrid session, held at Secrets Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on July 8, he said that regional cooperation, scientific research, and inclusive governance are critical...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, speaks in the House of Representatives.
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House Approves Order to Maintain Levy on Exported Conch

The House of Representatives on July 1 approved the Conch (Export Levy) (Rate of Levy) Order, 2025, and Resolution, to maintain the current levy imposed on each pound of conch exported during the 2025 season. In his remarks, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, reminded the Lower House that the levy, which was imposed last year for...
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