AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate & Resilience: Dominica is stepping up climate-resilient farming with an Integrated Soil Conservation and Soil Fertility Improvement Demonstration Project, backed by German Development Cooperation, plus technical support from Argentina’s INTA to help farmers cut erosion and protect soil and water. Agriculture Capacity: The Portsmouth Tissue Culture Laboratory is boosting local production of high-quality plants (over 500,000 a year) and strengthening disaster preparedness through secure seed storage. Food Systems Leadership: Capuchin farmer Gilles Carbon-Jno Baptiste has been named among FAO’s inaugural 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems, recognized for decades of sustainable, mixed farming and rainwater harvesting. Biodiversity & Tourism: Dominica plans a 23-foot brass Sisserou Parrot statue at the cable car top station, aiming to spotlight the island’s unique wildlife while drawing visitors. Heat Season Warning: Across the region, El Niño is expected to intensify hotter, drier conditions—raising risks for water supplies, farming, and health. Sports Infrastructure: Pointe Ronde’s new multi-purpose complex is moving toward World Athletics Class One certification, which could help Dominica host more international athletics events.
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