The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is reporting an estimated $700 million in damage to the sector from Hurricane Sandy, which impacted the island on October 24.                 Portfolio Minister, Hon....

Travellers, who take uncertified plants, animals or food into the country, are placing agriculture and public health at risk, as these items could contain harmful pests and diseases. This is...

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries on October 17, 2012 officially launched  the ‘Don’t Pack a Pest’ public awareness initiative at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay and at...

MONTEGO BAY - State Minister for Industry, Investment, and Commerce, Hon. Sharon Ffolkes-Abrahams, has underscored the need for local food processors to maintain high standards in their operations, in order...

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries will be enhancing extension support to farmers, by increasing the time officers spend out in the field. “I want to see the extension officers...

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, is increasing its appeal for Jamaicans to support the country’s farmers through the consumption of more local produce.  During a tour of farming communities...

Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Roger Clarke, has emphasised the need to position agriculture as the main driver which will assist in piloting Jamaica out of its current economic challenges....

Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Roger Clarke, says Jamaica must always strive towards achieving food security and to cut down on its food import bill. "When one recognises the problems...

Local manufacturers will get an opportunity to participate in the development of standards for value-added agricultural products and further expand their markets in terms of agro-processing and food exportation, at...

Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Roger Clarke, has underscored the need for the zoning of arable lands, to ensure they are utilised for cultivation and other agricultural purposes. Speaking at...

An Aquaculture Development Plan is to be implemented this year, with assistance from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Roger Clarke, says some $22 million...