Jamaica is one of 50 countries included in a major food systems assessment programme. The study found that while the country is primed for sustainable food systems, it is not capitalizing on its natural assets. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recommends...
Farmers in the Hartland Area of St. Catherine are in distress because they feel like they have been left at a disadvantage by the government. These farmers have been seeking acquisition of the lease for their lands since 2017, and say they have yet to receive an...
In his Sectoral Debate contribution on Tuesday, Agriculture Minister, Pearnel Charles Jr, announced the government’s plan to mitigate the concern about Jamaica’s food security. Grow smart, eat smart, is the national strategy Agriculture Minister, will be using...
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. says Jamaica’s food security is a top priority for the Government. Minister Charles Jr. noted that there is global demand for Jamaican produce, adding that the Government is seeking to increase local...
Missed anything this week? Dive in as we discuss food security and the threat it is under from Climate Change. Also 1,300 pounds of ganja plus $1.5 billion worth of cocaine seized as they enter the country. Further details in our #HotTopics....
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