The government has implemented several methods to minimize beet armyworms affecting onion and escallion farmers in St Thomas. Among the strategies is a risk assessment report, and plant health mobile clinics for local farmers. It is anticipated that the increase in...
World Food Day was celebrated on October 20, which focused on the millions of people worldwide who cannot afford a healthy diet or have regular access to nutritious meals. Jamaica too has joined the world in observing the day. The local celebrations featured a...
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Pearnel Charles Jr on Wednesday, dismissed as misleading, social media posts alleging Jamaica’s been importing yams from China. The Minister notes negative comments on social media should be avoided. The Minister says less...
Following the recent massive fish kill from effluent spillage by Windalco in the Rio Cobre river in St. Catherine, Minister of Agriculture And Fisheries Pearnel Charles Jr. confirms that about sixty-seven farmers have lost in excess of sixty (60) million...
The National Environment Planning Agency (NEPA) says its report on the Rio Cobre fish kill on Monday, August 2, remains, even as Windalco has said it will not accept liability for the fish kill. NEPA and Windalco currently have a matter before the courts relating to...
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