State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, says a new [Ganja] Patent Bill is expected to be tabled in the House of Representatives in two weeks. Mr Green informed that the bill has already gone through the necessary internal processes, including a meeting of the Legislative Committee, which […]
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Govt. pledges more assistance to fire-affected farmers in St. Elizabeth
Our food basket suffered a massive blow throughout the summer with a wave of fires. The fires left many farmers scratching their heads in wonder. Well, the Jamaican government has heard their need and decided to step in in a significant way.
Branson Centre Launches New Accelerator Programme
Recently, the Branson Centre welcomed 14 new businesses to its six-month accelerator programme, including four entrepreneurs working in the blue economy. The blue economy is defined as the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, job creation and ocean ecosystem health.
Media Launch of the Digital Marketing Plan FOR MSMEs
The Digital Marketing Plan for local MSMEs have been launched. The aim of this plan is to digitize 25,000 MSMEs by giving them access to digital marketing solutions for their businesses free of cost.
The sign-up link can be found on the MICAF or JBDC's website!
#MSMEs #Vision2030
Clarendon farmers diversifying crop production to be more climate-resilient
In an effort to reduce the levels of crop loss, the Environmental Health Foundation, along with the Caribbean Development Bank, the farmers are being taught and equipment with all the things they need.
Innovators Win At Denbigh
Innovators were celebrated during the Denbigh Agriculture Festival recently. The innovators created continued buzz with their new products on the market.
Kai, 10 launches health and sanitation kits for kids
Kai Kits for Kids help our youngsters prepare for their bodies change while remaining confident. The kits were launched on August 9 to immediate acclaim.
Farm Helps Mustard Seed Community to Be Self-Sufficient
For Elloreece Burrell, a Jamaican living in Tampa, Florida in the United States of America, touring the Mustard Seed Communities run Jerusalem Children’s Village in Spanish Town was both a touching and enlightening experience. The retired nurse, who does Outreach Ministry to Jamaica annually, was a member of the Diaspora team, who toured the children’s village during […]
Natural Products – Unused Potential
Jamaica is a land rich in many areas: rich lush vegetation, amazing people, and a culture like no other. Our island is filled with hidden gems of all kinds – most of them are right around us. Nestled right in the tropical belt, Jamaica is perfectly positioned to offer an overwhelming array of indigenous and sustainable plant […]