Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says the government is taking steps to reduce the importation of Irish potatoes, onions and animal feed.

He made the statement at a post Sectoral Debate engagement on Thursday. 

Mr. Green said while Jamaica has been doing well at reducing onion importation, more effort is needed.

He said the government will be establishing 3 semi-commercial onion dryers this year. 

Mr. Green added that the ministry is exploring options for local animal feed production and substitutes.