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RADA Receives Six Tractors Valued $49.7million
Six new farm tractors, valued approximately $49.7 million, have been presented to the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) by...
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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RADA gearing up for bigger role
The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is being restructured to incorporate all extension officers assigned to various...
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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Strategies to be Implemented Under ‘Grow Smart, Eat Smart’
The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries will be rolling out several strategies under its ‘Grow Smart, Eat Smart’ campaign this year....
Feb 22, 20231 min read
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20 Receive Agricultural Legacy Award
Twenty Jamaicans, who have given outstanding service to the agricultural sector in various areas, have been recognised for their...
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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NAITS to be Strengthened to Tackle Praedial Larceny
The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries will be strengthening the National Animal Identification and Traceability System (NAITS) in...
Feb 22, 20231 min read
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Jamaicans called on to embrace agriculture
The fallout from geopolitical factory, such as the ongoing Ukraine/Russia war and disruptions in the global supply chains have...
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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Agriculture Minister Calls on Board Chairpersons to Share Knowledge and Skills
Board Chairpersons of entities under the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries have been encouraged to share their knowledge and skills...
Feb 22, 20231 min read
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Growth of coffee industry remains a priority of Agriculture Ministry - Charles Jr
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Initiatives have been put in place to grow the coffee industry, says Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Pearnel...
Feb 22, 20231 min read
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Agriculture industry continues to bear fruit
Economy grows 5.9 per cent in 3rd quarter of 2022 Value added for the agriculture, forestry & fishing industry expanded by approximately...
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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North West Manchester farmers grateful for road repairs
Silburn Steadman has been living in Maidstone, Manchester, since 1975 and has been a farmer for more than 40 years. The father of six...
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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Agriculture Minister urges farmers to embrace change
Minister of Agriculture Pearnel Charles Jr says Jamaica’s farmers must embrace change as the country presses ahead with growth and food...
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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Poultry Sector A Priority For Achieving Food Security – Minister Charles Jr.
Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says the poultry industry is being targeted as a priority area in achieving...
Feb 22, 20231 min read
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Increase In Production Of Selected Crops And Livestock
Production of selected crops and livestock has increased as part of a wider import-substitution strategy. Making his contribution to the...
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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Jamaica’s spice industry gets grant support of US$20 million
Jamaica’s spice industry is to be amplified by a US$20-million grant from the US, through its Department of Agriculture, over the course...
Feb 21, 20231 min read
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Agriculture Ministry taking steps to address food crisis concerns - Charles Jr
Agriculture Minister Pearnel Charles Jr. says his Ministry is taking steps to boost food security and resilience amid food crisis...
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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Jamaica records 10.4 per cent growth in domestic crop production in first quarter- Charles Jr
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Pearnel Charles Jr says Jamaica has taken a major step towards food security...
Feb 21, 20233 min read
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Tough-talking Charles vows to break down barriers
Fish farmers appeal to minister for help to move sector forward Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Pearnel Charles Jr on Wednesday...
Feb 21, 20233 min read
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Community Members Have A Role to Play in Protecting Ecosystems – Minister Charles Jr.
Communities are being reminded of the important role they play in protecting Jamaica’s ecosystems and supporting the efforts of...
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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Pearnel Charles Jr makes time for children
Although his job requires long hours at the office and on the road catering to the needs of his constituents and handling the affairs of...
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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Ministry plants seed of faith in potato, onion farmers
The Government has intensified its plan to put 1,500 hectares of land under Irish potato cultivation and to increase onion production in...
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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