GEORGETOWN, GUYANA - The government of Guyana has said it intends to launch its own hatching egg industry as it seeks to reduce on the importation of approximately 52 million eggs each year at an estimated cost of GUY$350 million (One Guyana dollar=US$0.004 cents).
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Guyana has launched a black belly sheep project in the Mahaica-Berbice (Region Five), as government intensifies its agriculture program with an eye on feeding the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) region.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Pearnel Charles Jr., says the conflict in Eastern Europe presents an opportunity for Jamaica to become more self-sufficient in food production.
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Health authorities here have voluntarily recalled a number of United States manufactured baby formula brands even though Trinidad and Tobago was not included in the US Food and Drug Administration (FAD) recall notification advisory.
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Barbados has placed a temporary ban on the importation of live birds, poultry, and poultry products from the United States and Canada due to an outbreak of a new strain of highly pathogenic Avian Influenza virus, commonly referred to as “bird flu”.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The greater take-up of tilapia farming is being encouraged as part of efforts to boost local fish production and to relieve the stress on reef fish.
GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley says the participation of ordinary people in regional trade and services will play a significant role in the realization of regional food security.
ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada – Effective this Monday, Grenadians will be paying more for the price of flour and animal feed.
GEORGETOWN, Guyana – The Government of Guyana has pledged to leave no stone unturned in its efforts to revitalize the country’s sugar industry.
NEW YORK, NY - It’s almost time for Super Bowl LVI 2022 on Feb. 13th. This year, instead of just chip and dips, try this Caribbean inspired game day appetizer that is sure to satisfy that wing craving.
GEORGETOWN, Guyana – With wheat prices peaking at record highs globally, President Irfaan Ali says his government is exploring the possibility of sourcing a variety of wheat for local production.
NEW YORK, NY - It’s the return of Trinidad & Tobago’s Carnival on Feb. 28th, after an absence of two years. Of course, it means a lot of curry and roti will be eaten as well. If you won’t be at the carnival but want to get into the spirit, here’s how to make this delicious recipes this weekend.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica's government says it is holding talks with stakeholders in the poultry industry, with a view towards implementing strategies to reduce the level of increase passed on to consumers.