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Antigua and Barbuda gets hooked on aquaponics
18/10/2021
This unique farm and training facility was established in 2016, to tackle the growing demand for fish products, healthier diets and lifestyles in the twin islands.
FAO calls for renewed digital push in Small Island Developing States battered by COVID-19
30/08/2021
High-Level Forum saw the launch of the SIDS Solutions Platform to foster innovation and digitalization.
Replicating technology as the groundwork for developing Jamaica’s Turmeric Industry
26/08/2021
Known for growing one of the most pungent and potent ginger varieties in the world, Jamaica is seeking to develop the sister root, turmeric based on the success with technologies used for re-developing Jamaica’s ginger industry.
Harnessing new technologies to rebuild an industry
26/08/2021
Learn about the story of Jamaican ginger.
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Pacific leaders from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) consider solutions for major push to achieve SDGs as COVID-19 batters economies
23/08/2021
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is convening a virtual forum of leaders from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in a major push forward to help its Members regain their momentum toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Pacific Small Island Developing States turn to digital technology for better health
19/08/2021
Residents in Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are turning to innovation and digitalization to tackle the growing problem of long-term poor dietary habits.
Solomon Islands training addresses gender challenges women face in the agriculture and rural sector
03/08/2021
Focused on gender equality, analysis and mainstreaming, the training provided an opportunity for 12 females and 18 males Solomon Islands Government staff to learn how to apply a gender perspective when working on policy, planning, programming and budgeting processes within their sect...