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May 5, 20233 min read

Insurance not a panacea for farmers – Simpson

AFFORDABLE INSURANCE, which offers protection against the risk of crop losses due to natural disasters, pests and diseases, as well as...

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May 4, 20232 min read

Agriculture Ministry Placing Renewed Focus on Storage and Cold Chain Facilities

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries will be placing renewed focus on the island’s storage and cold chain facilities to extend the...

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May 4, 20231 min read

PHOTOS: Farmer and Amputee, Andrew Nelson Engages with Ministers at Gordon House

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.(left), greets double amputee, pineapple farmer from Clarendon, Andrew...

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May 3, 20231 min read

More insurance options for farmers and fishers - Charles Jr

KINGSTON, Jamaica - Farmers and fishers can now access increased insurance options to protect their lives and livelihoods, Minister of...

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May 3, 20232 min read

Tackling praedial larceny: Cops conduct nearly 4,000 raids in 2022

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, conducted 3,849 special...

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May 3, 20232 min read

Agriculture Ministry Strengthening Support for Dairy Industry

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries will be strengthening its partnership with stakeholders in the dairy industry to boost the...

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May 2, 20233 min read

4-H Youth Ambassador hopes to bring acne solution to market

Newly crowned Female Youth Ambassador for the Portland 4-H Clubs, Chris-Ann Witter, has created what she hopes will be an organic,...

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May 2, 20231 min read

Cut in fertiliser prices

Farmers are set to benefit from further relief in the cost of fertilisers. Effective tomorrow, Newport-Fersan (Jamaica) Limited will cut...

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Apr 30, 20232 min read

St Ann farmers urged to prepare for tourism boom

Farmers in St. Ann are being encouraged to capitalise on the impending expansion of tourism in the parish. With approximately 5,000 new...

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Apr 30, 20232 min read

Hanover prime for agriculture expansion, says Charles Jnr

HANOVER, Jamaica - With more than 4,500 hectares of arable land to be utilised to its full potential, Minister of Agriculture and...

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Apr 28, 20232 min read

Agricultural Scientists Encouraged to Build on Legacy of Dr. Lecky

Agricultural Scientists are being urged to build on the legacy of renowned scientist, Dr. Thomas P. Lecky, as a strategy to further...

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Apr 23, 20233 min read

Over 40 certified by HEART/NSTA at Rocky Point Career Fair

MORE than 40 residents of Clarendon South Eastern on Friday received HEART/NSTA Trust certifications at a career fair held at the Rocky...

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Apr 23, 20232 min read

Agricultural students encouraged to take advantage of scholarships in Brazil

JAMAICAN students of agriculture and other disciplines are being encouraged to take advantage of the scholarship opportunities available...

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Apr 22, 20230 min read

PHOTOS: Small Ruminants Association of Jamaica’s Annual General Meeting

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Apr 21, 20230 min read

PHOTOS: Minister Charles JR. Attends UCC Quality Cup Contest

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Apr 21, 20232 min read

Communities In Clarendon South East Get Reliable Water Supply

Mitchell Town and surrounding communities in Clarendon South East, are now receiving a reliable water supply as a result of a $25-million...

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Apr 18, 20232 min read

Jamaica remains on high alert for Tropical Race 4 (TR4) Disease

The Banana Board is urging plantain and banana farmers to make a report should their crops show any signs of the Panama Tropical Race 4...

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Apr 17, 20232 min read

Banana and Plantain Sector Critical to Grow Smart, Eat Smart Initiative

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. says sustaining increased banana and plantain production is critical to...

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Apr 17, 20231 min read

Farmers Earn Over $330 Million in 2022 Via Alex Platform

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. has disclosed that farmers have earned over $330 million in revenue, for...

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Apr 14, 20232 min read

Solar panels to improve water distribution in St Elizabeth major boost for farmers – Charles Jr

ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica – Installation of new solar panels at the Beacon E pump station in St Elizabeth by the National Irrigation...

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