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The blueprint is here and we want YOUR feedback! You can view our 10-year National Agricultural Development Plan at moa.gov.jm and submit your comments by May 20, 2026 to 📧: nadp@moa.gov.jm
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Happening now: Official Handover Ceremony of Fishing Boats and Engines.
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Hon. Franklin Witter, Minister of State, joined FAO Assistant Director‑General René Orellana Halkyer on a tour of farming & fishing communities in St Elizabeth impacted by Hurricane Melissa.
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Ps. They were accompanied by Amb. Shorna‑Ka Richards (MFAFT), Her Excellency Marianne Ziss, Amb. of France to Jamaica, & Gaspard Van Goethem, First Secretary of the Embassy of Belgium.
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The visit offered a first‑hand look at the devastation, while giving farmers & fishers space to share challenges and solutions.
Ahead of the USD $50M “Adapt Jamaica” project, strengthening resilience to climate change & food security.
#GrowingForward #ADAPTJamaica
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Need to stock up on fresh fruits and vegetables? We’ve got you covered, our farmers’ market is still in full swing!
Visit the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s playfield at Hope Gardens, St Andrew, today and enjoy the best local produce straight from our farmers.
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The Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) promises a jam‑packed week of exciting activities!
This includes technical sessions, workshops & presentations as well as the Prestigious CARICOM Farmer of the Year award.
For More info visit: cwa2026.caricom.org
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Nearly a week ago, we set the stage for one of the biggest agricultural events in the region, the Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA)!
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Let’s relive the excitement from the launch of the 20th staging of the CWA, which will be hosted by Jamaica in Trelawny from September 27 to October 2 under the theme: “The New F.A.C.E. of Caribbean Food Systems.”
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The CWA will unite regional leaders, farmers, researchers, investors, and development partners in Jamaica to collaborate, tackle challenges, and explore opportunities, all with the goal of building stronger, more resilient Caribbean food systems.
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Minister Floyd Green is leading Jamaica’s delegation in China, advancing trade & cooperation across agriculture, fisheries & mining.
Today he joined global leaders at the 2026 Global Poverty Reduction & Development Forum, tackling inclusive growth, rural development & ....
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Food security. Jamaica is Growing Forward building resilience, stronger markets & new opportunities for farmers, fishers & rural communities.
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After Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s coconut growers suffered heavy losses, 18,739 trees destroyed across the island.
The Ministry & Coconut Industry Board (CIB) have stepped in, distributing free seedlings to help farmers restore groves, rebuild capacity & strengthen resilience.
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The wait is over!
The official launch of the 20th staging of Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) has begun!
You can join us live on YouTube at AgriMinistry Jamaica or JIS TV.
#CWA2026
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The wait is almost over! Today at 2:00 PM, The Hon @floydgreenja will deliver his Sectoral Presentation under the theme: “Growing Forward: A Blueprint for a Better Future.”
Tune in LIVE on @pbcjamaica and @jistv, and join the conversation using the hashtag: #GrowingForwardJA
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PADE is bridging the gap! We’re bringing all parties into the mix to ensure real-time insights and targeted support as we grow Jamaica’s agricultural sector together!
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We’re doubling down on our youth: the future of agriculture. @floydgreenja
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BIG NEWS! For the 2nd time in 19 years, Jamaica will host the 20th Anniversary of Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA).
From Sept 27 – Oct 2, 2026, we look forward to welcoming over 500 delegates from across the Caribbean. Stay tuned for details!
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We are diversifying our Blue Economy! Our new internationally compliant Quarantine and Export Centre is ready to support ornamental fish exports to North America.
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Quality starts with the seed. The new National Seed Certification Unit at Bodles is now OPEN! This facility will expand our capacity to produce high-quality, disease-free crops at international standards.
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This year, we are more than doubling the Hoilett/Lambert Scholarship Programme, awarding 30 scholarships valued at J$15M to students from bauxite-producing parishes.
Applications close June 4, 2026.
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Global mining giants @FM_FCX and @barrick_mining are partnering with exploration companies in Jamaica on major gold and copper exploration programmes valued at an initial US$95 million.
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