Over $10B spent on irrigation, $1B spent on storage – Green defends stewardship of Agri Ministry amidst criticism by Opposition

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

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Civil Society urges political leaders to address environmental issues this election season

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

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50-acre botanical garden to be established in Montpellier St. James, says Agriculture Minister Floyd Green

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

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Major improvements in PPV operators’ driving habits since Feb 2023 but a few perpetuating stigma – All Voice Route Taxi Association President

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

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Renovation works at Leeds Primary and Infant progressing well following fire six weeks ago

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

Read More

Grief management protocols prompted at Pembroke Hall High to support students following murder of 14yo Terona Thomas

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

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“What a gift his life has been!” – Deacon in Roman Catholic Church Ronald Thwaites speaks on Pope Francis’ death

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

Read More

Pope Francis has died; Prime Minister Andrew Holness among several world leaders paying tribute

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

Read More

Portland police probing suspected drowning of 15-year-old boy in Swift River, near Hope Bay yesterday

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

Read More

Popular Jamaican Tik-Toker killed in motor vehicle crash in St Ann

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says his Ministry is actively working to address the sector’s challenges, including those relating to irrigation and storage.

Mr. Green made the comment at yesterday’s Agricultural Show in Montpellier, St. James.

It followed criticism from his opposition counterpart, Dr. Dayton Campbell, that only 15 per cent of the country’s arable lands are irrigated.

Dr. Campbell, who was also at the agricultural show, called for urgent action, highlighting that the lack of irrigation is limiting productivity and affecting farmers.

However, Mr. Green argued that for each challenge, his Ministry has taken action.

He pointed to the over $10 billion spent in the last four years on irrigation.

Mr. Green also noted that $1 billion has already been spent on storage, with more plans to come.

The Minister also defended the work being done to reduce praedial larceny.

Read More