Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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Jamaica hosting 20th CWA “a powerful symbol of resilience, recovery, and regional solidarity” – SG
CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, on Thursday highlighted the significance of the 20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA) being hosted by Jamaica, less than a year after the country was hit by Hurricane Melissa. Dr. Barnett characterised Jamaica’s hosting of the Region’s premier agriculture event as “a powerful symbol of resilience, recovery, and regional solidarity.” The Secretary-General was at the…
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CARICOM BOOST: Empowering Women and Youth in Agriculture | Caribbean Resilience in Action!
As the Caribbean confronts intensifying climate challenges, the CARICOM Secretariat, with the support of the Government of New Zealand, has unveiled a bold new initiative: CARICOM Boost Women and Youth in Agriculture. This transformative project is designed to strengthen the resilience of the Region’s agri-food systems by empowering women and youth across Member States. By enhancing capacity in the agribusiness sector,…
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🌱 From Vision to Impact: Arisa Denis Expands Sustainable Farming in Saint Lucia with CARICOM BOOST
BOOST will help elevate my agribusiness by contributing to a more resilient and sustainable agricultural sector in Saint Lucia.Arisa Denis, agribusiness owner and manager of Pure Hydro Farms, Saint lucia A resilient agri-food system is at the heart of CARICOM’s vision for the future. As the Region continues to experience increasing climate-related challenges, the CARICOM Secretariat, supported by the Government…
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CARICOM ‘Boost’ Ignites Opportunity for Women and Youth in Agriculture
A resilient agri-food system remains critical for CARICOM as the Region continues to face increasing climate-related challenges. As part of its response, the CARICOM Secretariat, supported by the Government of New Zealand, has launched the CARICOM Boost: Women and Youth in Agriculture Project, a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening food security and empowering key stakeholders across Member States. This strategic…
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