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UNDP Fostering Strategic Partnerships to Build Resilience in Kalinago Territory
The United Nations Development Programme, in partnership with the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, the Ministry of Environment, Rural Modernisation, Kalinago Upliftment and Constituency Empowerment, the Kalinago Council, and international partner IsraAID, recently marked a significant milestone in advancing climate resilience and sustainable livelihoods in the Kalinago Territory through a multi-activity handover and partnership ceremony on 19 March. The event highl
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ Hot Pepper value chain spiced up with FAOClimate-Smart Training
From field demonstrations to skill-building workshops, farmers in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines are learning how to adapt to climate challenges while improving the quality and yield of their hot pepper crops - From March 16 to 25, a series of intensive training sessions on hot pepper production took place across the Windward and Leeward regions, including key locations such as Dumbarton and Orange Hill. Conducted in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of
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FAO strengthens agricultural protections to support Grenada's USD 2.6 millionsoursop-valued economy
Reinforcing national capacities to support safe trade and long-term growth of Grenada’s soursop production – Grenada holds a unique distinction as the only country in the world currently authorized to export fresh non-irradiated soursop to the United States of America, which highlights the need to continually enhance efforts to strengthen the sanitary and phytosanitary systems in the soursop value chain. This invaluable soursop industry serves as a critical lifeline for rural
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Mar 233 min read


Kubuli Farms: Cultivating Innovation, Inclusion and Opportunity in Dominica
For more than thirty years, Jeffrey Bruney has shown what is possible when agriculture is treated not just as work, but as purpose. A farmer from Thibaud, Dominica, and the founder of Kubuli Farms, Bruney’s journey reflects how farming can create livelihoods, strengthen food systems, and open doors for people who are often left on the margins of the sector. Bruney has been a commercial farmer for 34 years, though his path into agriculture was not a straight line. After leavin
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Feb 243 min read


Buzzing with Purpose: How Young Dominicans Are Building Futures Through Agriculture
Across Dominica, a growing number of young people are redefining what agriculture looks like not as a last resort, but as a smart, sustainable way to earn, innovate, and contribute to national development. From agro-processing to beekeeping, youth are finding modern pathways into agriculture that allow them to balance careers, entrepreneurship, and environmental responsibility. Supported by initiatives from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), young people and
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Jan 223 min read


FAO mission helps farmers and stakeholders explore investment potential and readinessof protected agriculture farms in Antigua and Barbuda
Fifteen (15) farmers and over 20 government officials and private sector stakeholders comprised the initial group who participated in the week-long mission and workshop The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy in Antigua and Barbuda recently completed a week-long mission aimed at transforming local protected agriculture farms into bankable investment opportunities.
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Jan 223 min read


CABINET APPROVES THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AGRICULTURAL LANDLEASE FACILITY TARGETING YOUNG FARMERS
Cabinet, at its meeting on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, approved the establishment of an Agricultural Land Lease Facility targeting young farmers and aimed at promoting investment in agriculture, aquaculture, mariculture, agro-processing and forestry. The Facility will operationalise Government’s commitment under the 2025 - 2026 Budget to make available a minimum of 300 acres of State land across Dominica for exclusive agricultural use. Identified sites include Newfoundland E
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Jan 162 min read


FAO teams up with the Ministry of Agriculture in Saint Kitts and Nevis to host two Inception Workshops on Supporting Land Degradation Neutrality
The workshops aimed at boosting the island’s sustainable land management and climate resilience – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and funding support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF), recently hosted two Inception Workshops for the “Supporting Land Degradation Neutrality in St. Kitts and Nevis” Project Preparation Grant. The workshop marks the beginning of a collaborative
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Nov 19, 20253 min read


Dominica Advances Agricultural Resilience Through Labour Migration Training
A two-day Labour Migration Training hosted on June 20 and 23 in Roseau brought together key government agencies, civil society actors,...
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Jul 1, 20253 min read


Climate Classrooms Initiative and BloomBox Dominica successfully handed over the Irrigation System to Castle Bruce Secondary School
A Step Forward for Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security. In a significant milestone for agricultural education and sustainable...
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Feb 26, 20253 min read


Solidarity in action: professionals from Cuba and Dominica united in a Health Fair in Mahaut.
In a gesture of brotherhood and an example of cooperation, members of the Cuban Medical Brigade joined their colleagues from Dominica in...
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Jan 29, 20252 min read


National Potato Day: A Celebration of the Humble Spud
National Potato Day, celebrated annually on August 19th, is a day dedicated to one of the world’s most beloved and versatile foods—the...
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Aug 19, 20242 min read


Unlocking the Health Benefits of Ginger and Turmeric: Spices with Powerhouse Potential
Ginger and turmeric are two potent spices that not only add flavor to dishes but also offer numerous health benefits. Ginger, with its...
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Apr 27, 20241 min read


The Significance of Agriculture: Nurturing Communities and Sustaining Life
Agriculture stands as the cornerstone of human civilization, providing sustenance, economic prosperity, and a fundamental connection to...
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Apr 22, 20242 min read


PRIME MINISTER ROOSEVELT SKERRIT TO ADDRESS 9TH OUR OCEAN CONFERENCE IN ATHENS GREECE
Prime Minister Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit will urge world leaders to implement climate-smart initiatives to preserve the ocean’s rich...
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Apr 16, 20241 min read


I Have a Right Foundation Launches Nationwide 100 Good Deeds Campaign
The I Have a Right Foundation (IHARF) is thrilled to announce the launch of its nationwide 100 Good Deeds Campaign, set to run from April...
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Apr 15, 20242 min read


Signing Ceremony for Reconstruction of Dominica's National Abattoir Marks Promising Step Forward in Agricultural Development
In a momentous event heralding a new era for Dominica's agricultural sector, a significant milestone was achieved with the signing...
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Apr 8, 20241 min read


New US$8 Million CERC Grant Program Set to Revolutionize Agro Processing in Dominica
A new grant program, known as the Contingency Emergency Response Component (CERC), has been launched in Dominica, aiming to provide...
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Apr 5, 20242 min read


Ministry of Agriculture Launches Project to Enhance Food Security and Support Farmers
Petra-Grell Shillingford, Communications Specialist at the Ministry of Agriculture, discussed an upcoming project aimed at improving the...
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Mar 27, 20241 min read
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