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Hon Walwyn slams idea of leasing lands in Guyana & DR for food security
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has blasted the idea of leasing lands in Guyana or Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic for agricultural purposes.
'We must take food production & food security more seriously'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The issue of food security and safety must be taken seriously as the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) need food to survive, Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said.
Dr the Hon Dawson unveils bold plans to transform VI’s agri & fisheries industries
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Former Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr the Honourable Karl Dawson (R1) has outlined a number of bold new initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and boosting agricultural production in the Virgin Islands (VI).
Agriculture & Fisheries Minister admits challenges in executing plans
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) has admitted his ministry has fallen short in executing plans decided upon for the sector in the Territory.
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Agriculture & Fisheries Month activities begin today
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Agriculture and Fisheries Month officially started today, Saturday, March 8, 2025, with the Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition at Paraquita Bay.
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Agriculture and Fisheries Month Activities to kick off this weekend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Agriculture and Fisheries Month will be observed this year with activities designed to highlight the ingenuity and resilience of the local sectors.
‘Take the diversification of our economy more seriously’- Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has challenged the government of the day to lead the charge in diversifying the economy of the Virgin Islands (VI) as a safeguard against any potential losses from the financial services industry.
Initial contact made with DR to strengthen relations
SANTIAGO, Chile- Initial contact has been made with the Dominican Republic (DR) as the Virgin Islands intends to strengthen economic cooperation with the neighbouring country in several areas, including trade and agriculture.
HLSCC & UVI sign agreement for combined degree programmes
CHRISTIANSTED, St Croix, USVI- As the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, the college and the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) signed an articulation agreement to establish combined degree programmes.
Bridging Gaps: L. Allen Wheatley’s role in strengthening Agriculture & Fisheries in VI
EAST END, Tortola, VI—Enhancing communication between farmers, fishermen, government officials, and policymakers in the Territory are among the key achievements of Special Consultant to the Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries, Dr the Honourable Karl Dawson (R1) during his tenure this past year.
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