Caribbean Food Security A Must, Says Barbados Senator
There is much concern about food security in the region. This matter came to the fore recently when the new Food and Agriculture Organisation's (FAO) Representative here, Florita Kentish, called on Foreign Minister, Senator Maxine McClean.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sen. Maxine McClean (right), chatting with the new Food and Agriculture Organisation's (FAO) Representative in Barbados, Florita Kentish, at the Ministry. (BGIS photo)
Noting that food security in the region was critical, especially in light of climate change, they said it was necessary for Caribbean nations to cooperate more with each other, with the assistance of the FAO, to reach some level of food sufficiency.
The two officials also commented on the lack of an effective system of transport for goods and produce throughout the Caribbean, noting that this inadequacy continued to be a challenge for the region, and needed to be addressed urgently.
Other issues discussed were the L'Aquila Food Security Initiative, the need to resolve phytosanitary issues throughout the Caribbean Community, and the Telefood Project, which makes funds available to small groups.
Most Viewed Article
- The Hot Trends For Trinidad Carnival 2010
- Caribbean Rum Cakes From Jamaica And Tortuga
- Frederick Caribbean Restaurant Maryland
- Dominica Tropical Green Vacation
- Haitian Steel Drum Art From Discarded Metal
- Island Rum Cake
- Nashville Megachurch HopePark Partners With Soles4Souls(R), The Shoe Charity, To Aid Recovery In Haiti
- Business Gateway Program And Initiatives In Dominica
- Finding Caribbean Cruise Deals
- Wedding Maid Of Honor Speech Do's And Don'ts
Caribbean Vacation Tips
- Cruise Ship Tropical Tours
- Indi Footwear Announces Latest Arrival Of Embroidered Sandals
- Jamaica Attractions Vacation Apartments Villas In Ocho Rios
- Define Eco Accommodation
- Best Caribbean Spas
- Costa Rica Budget Travel
- Wedding Maid Of Honor Speech Do's And Don'ts
- Island Rum Cake
- Brazil Travel Guide - Visiting Natural Wonders Iguazu Falls And Other Brazil Vacation Spots
- Outdoor Gear In Puerto Natales, Chile
- The World's Most Exclusive Hotels
- Relax In The Caribbean On A St Kitts Holiday
- Haitian Steel Drum Art From Discarded Metal
- Letter: Regarding 'Barbados Enjoys Buoyant Cruise Tourism Market'
- Family Cruise Deals Family Cruise Vacation Deal
- River Hiking In Dominica
- The Luxury Of A Caribbean Cruise
- Best Cruise Lines For Cruises Through The Panama Canal
- Caribbean Cruise Holidays Exotic Surprises
- 4 Day Caribbean Cruises Itenary
- Coffee Processing Plant For Dominica
- Dominica Travel Facebook Page
- Wedding Maid Of Honor Speech Do's And Don'ts
- Haitian Steel Drum Art From Discarded Metal
- How To Choose A Cricket Bat That Suits Your Style Of Batting
- Caribbean Cruise Deal Of The Week
- Business Gateway Program And Initiatives In Dominica
- DEXIA’s Business Gateway Programme Announces New Website
- Caribbean Food Security A Must, Says Barbados Senator
- Ballet Folkorico De Mexico Is Like Visiting Mexico