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Scores turn out to Agriculture & Fisheries Exhibition @ Paraquita Bay

Jr Minister for Agriculture & Fisheries, Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) says solutions will come for the issues facing Paraquita Bay in areas of agriculture as scores of persons turned out for the Agriculture & Fisheries Exhibition and Market 2024 hosted at the estate. Photo: GIS/Facebook
Speaking at the event's opening on March 16, 2024, Dr Dawson said “In the past, this particular exhibition signalled the beginning of the agricultural exhibitions across the Territory. This year as the exhibitions were spread across the county...” Photo: Facebook
Speaking at the event's opening on March 16, 2024, Dr Dawson said “In the past, this particular exhibition signalled the beginning of the agricultural exhibitions across the Territory. This year as the exhibitions were spread across the county...” Photo: Facebook
Patrons also got the opportunity to partake in several of the activities at the Market including interacting with livestock and indulging in local foods and products created by the industry. Photo: Facebook
Patrons also got the opportunity to partake in several of the activities at the Market including interacting with livestock and indulging in local foods and products created by the industry. Photo: Facebook
The Agriculture Market activities will continue on March 20, 2024, with the Students’ session - Agricultural Education Option, the Jost van Dyke Exhibition and Market on March 23, 2024, and finally the Tortola Farm Tours; Virgin Gorda Wahoo Mania Fishing Tournament on March 30, 2024. Photo: Facebook
The Agriculture Market activities will continue on March 20, 2024, with the Students’ session - Agricultural Education Option, the Jost van Dyke Exhibition and Market on March 23, 2024, and finally the Tortola Farm Tours; Virgin Gorda Wahoo Mania Fishing Tournament on March 30, 2024. Photo: Facebook
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – Jr Minister for Agriculture & Fisheries, Dr the Hon Karl Dawson (R1) says solutions will come for the issues facing Paraquita Bay in areas of agriculture, as scores of persons turned out for the Agriculture & Fisheries Exhibition and Market 2024 hosted at the estate.

Speaking at the event's opening on March 16, 2024, Dr Dawson said “In the past, this particular exhibition signalled the beginning of the agricultural exhibitions across the Territory. This year as the exhibitions were spread across the county...”

He added, “today... We are here at Paraquita Bay, Which in some ways, is the central point for agriculture in the territory. The Department of Agriculture is located here and this area is also home to the largest program of assigned lots for the purpose of agriculture,” he said.

According to the Minister, he remains hopeful for the future of more self-substance in the VI with many programs on the way, including programs that will encourage more collaboration and community among farmers.

Persons encouraged to partake in agriculture by Premier 

Meanwhile, present at the event was Premier and Minister and Finance, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) who encouraged those present to venture into agriculture as ‘now is the time’ he said, as the industry is about to be revived with new opportunities.

Patrons also got the opportunity to partake in several of the activities at the Market including interacting with livestock and indulging in local foods and products created by the industry.

The Agriculture Market activities will continue on March 20, 2024, with the Students’ session - Agricultural Education Option, the Jost van Dyke Exhibition and Market on March 23, 2024, and finally the Tortola Farm Tours; Virgin Gorda Wahoo Mania Fishing Tournament on March 30, 2024.

12 Responses to “Scores turn out to Agriculture & Fisheries Exhibition @ Paraquita Bay”

  • Channel 11 (18/03/2024, 20:41) Like (23) Dislike (1) Reply
    It would have been useful to put up a picture of the scores.
    • ... (18/03/2024, 22:28) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
      was this even advertise I dont recall seeing it anywhere...would have love to take my toddler to see some of the animals in real life
      • Please Advertise More (19/03/2024, 10:04) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
        It was just this morning I was wondering when this event is going to take please so that I could take my child lawrdy.
      • kte (19/03/2024, 12:08) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
        it obviously a secret no advertisement. if i knew about it i would have traveled to come home and see the the functions, it would have been a beneficial event for andi may have able be a help since i have degree in agricure,
      • … (20/03/2024, 08:22) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
        The radio is there to provide info but most people rely on internet. Get a radio with AM. It will be useful in hurricane season as well.
  • What scores? (18/03/2024, 22:19) Like (9) Dislike (6) Reply
    It had more vendors than spectators....A big flop if yo ask me
    • Ms América (19/03/2024, 09:52) Like (6) Dislike (6) Reply
      Bvi islanders too ungrateful never got nothing positive to thank the Government for How all you so,? Is it jealousy of the Ministers Got sit down
  • don (19/03/2024, 08:17) Like (6) Dislike (11) Reply
    Vip still doing well Despite it all
  • Hmm (20/03/2024, 06:51) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Kia I mis and love you dearly!! I'm just shy of you
    • Di (20/03/2024, 09:29) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      You can come by the department with some goodies.
    • High school sweetheart (20/03/2024, 10:01) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      I miss her too i remember when we used to live Anegada, and she promised me we'll get married after high school.. i waited n waited she never came back for me just started her new life on Tortola.
      If that wasn't a buss chest it is now.

      PS i miss seeing u in the village


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