food and nutrition security
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Fiftieth CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting convenes in St Kitts and Nevis in February
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Tuesday, 27 January 2026) – The Fiftieth (50th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will begin on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis, under the theme “Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM”. The Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, Prime…
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Kersha Roderick and CARICOM BOOST: Growing Together, Thriving Together!
On a bright Grenadian morning, Farmer Kersha Roderick can be found walking through her fields with a smile that says it all: this is more than farming; it is a mission. Kersha’s story is one of vision and determination. With the support of the CARICOM BOOST: Women and Youth in Agriculture Project, she is turning her farm into a model…
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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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End of Year Message | CARICOM Secretary‑General: Building a Resilient and United Caribbean
Fellow CARICOM citizens, As we approach this festive season, we reflect on the challenges the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has faced during the year that have thrown our vulnerabilities into sharp relief, and more than ever, underscored the purpose and value of a united Region. On the heels of the devastation caused in several Member States by Hurricane Beryl in 2024,…
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CARPHA Publishes New Nutrition Standards Guidance for Caribbean Schools
CARPHA and PAHO are strongly encouraging full adoption of these guidelines to help countries develop national standards for food providers in primary and secondary schools. CARPHA is pleased to announce the release of its Technical Recommendations for the Development of Nutrition Standards for Caribbean Schools. This important publication supports the CARPHA/CARICOM Six-Point Policy Package, specifically policy option 2.1, aimed at…
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CARICOM IMPACS and Auxilium Worldwide Launch “Fish and Flags” Report Series
“This launch is a powerful demonstration of our collective commitment to regional security, especially as the Caribbean continues to grapple with the emerging and evolving challenges of environmental crime and natural resource exploitation.” Lt. Col. Michael Jones, Executive Director, CARICOM IMPACS The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS), in collaboration with Auxilium Worldwide, has launched a…
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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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CARICOM observes World Food Day 2025
World Food Day 2025 reminds us of the critical importance of ensuring access to safe, nutritious and sustainable food for all. This year’s theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Food and a Better Future” underscores the need for global and regional cooperation to tackle hunger, malnutrition and inequality. At the CARICOM Secretariat, we join our Member States and Associate Members, farmers, fishers, youth…
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CARICOM Secretariat, Argentina discuss areas for partnership on food security, climate change, technology
Dr. Wendell Samuel, CARICOM Assistant Secretary-General (ag) Economic Integration, Innovation and Development, led a team of officials from the CARICOM Secretariat to bilateral discussions with a high-level government delegation from Argentina on Wednesday, 1 October 2025. The other members of the CARICOM Secretariat team at the discussion were Mr. Shaun Baugh, Programme Manager, Agricultural and Agro-Industrial Development, and Ms. Selvine…
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CRFM inks new accords with OECS, The UWI
The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) sealed its first bilateral accord with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The signing was executed during the Sixteenth Special Meeting of the CRFM Ministerial Council, held in Saint Kitts and Nevis during Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA)—an annual event convened by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat. The…
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