Last Updated on October 3, 2025, 3:21 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Minister of Agriculture, Samal Duggins met with the agricultural stakeholders from all over the Caribbean to discuss issues that are plaguing the sector. This event was the platform for the people of the island nations to discuss the issue of sargassum buildup into an opportunity.
The officials have shared that it is the responsibility of the agriculture stakeholders to make sure that the members of the community can continue to benefit from the interactions which are taking place in the region.
The Sargassum build-up has been a problem with health stakeholders warning of long-term health related complications. As such, the members of the agriculture sector of the Caribbean have come together to host a serious discussion.
Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) High Level meeting was attended by several crucial stakeholders who gave critical insights into the issue under discussion. The issue of Sargassum Buildup has been brought up by some locals who have urged critical action at the earliest.
At this meeting, the discussions on the same saw some decisive developments on this matter. Further, the group also discussed other issues including the ways in which they can create a stronger and more resilient agriculture sector.
They are working towards developing safe, circular biostimulants to strengthen agriculture. The Minister of Agriculture Samal Duggins and the other leaders discussed creating new markets and value chains.
He also discussed the intention for starting the training of the region’s fisherfolk in the country. The officials have shared that the members of the agriculture sector of the region discussed the innovations that will make the sector stronger and more varied.
The Minister of Agriculture in St Kitts and Nevis, Samal Duggins believes that with the right regional partnerships, investment in science, they can grow the sector.
The officials have shared that they are dedicated to protecting the marine life of the region and strengthen food security.
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