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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining has extended commendations to the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) in recognition of its 50-year partnership with Jamaica.

Chief Technical Director for Special Projects in the Ministry, Courtney Cole, highlighted the IICA’s invaluable contribution since Jamaica joined the organisation in 1975, noting that its various projects and programmes have significantly improved the livelihoods of farming communities and, by extension, the wider Jamaican population.

“Your efforts in identifying funding and...

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) stands ready to assist farmers to recover from any damage suffered during the current hurricane season, says Senior Livestock Specialist at the agency, Maxine Brown.

Speaking in a JIS “Get the Facts” interview, Ms. Brown said that following the passage of a system, farmers who have suffered damage should reach out to the Authority via the nearest parish office.

“They should contact RADA as soon as possible to document the damage and loss suffered. Take pictures of your animals,” she advised.

Ms. Brown said teams from...