Technical and Tangible Support help farmers transition to climate-smart practices
Over two dozen residents including farmers and workers within the Ministry of Agriculture are now better trained in nature and ecosystem-based solutions to enhance resilience.
These men and women were part of a two-day training organized by the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) and facilitated by Richard Rampersaud, Value Chain and Agri-business Specialist
The CSA farmer training was a part of the IICA-Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) project.
Its real aim according to the organizers is to “strengthen coastal and marine climate resilience through upland and coastal ecosystem-based adaptation and community engagement implemented in Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Lucia, and Tobago”
During the training, a new and simple ‘SEFLIE’ hazard-based and color-coded tool was introduced to farmers.
“The tool is expected to help them self-assess the climate hazards and other farming challenges they face, and score their vulnerability, impact readiness, and adaptive capacity. It was designed to also be useful to farmers with literacy challenges,” according to a statement from the organizers
The farm of Ras Freeman was used for the practical sessions and participants “were able to relate to the importance of situational awareness, by identifying hazards on their farm and its immediate surroundings”.
Meanwhile, three farmers were provided with 800-gallon water tanks.
These men, two from Antigua and one from Barbuda are expected to use the tanks to improve farm water management.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2023/06/30/technical-and-tangible-support-help-farmers-transition-to-climate-smart-practices. © 2023 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.
About the author
The Editorial Staff refers to all reporters employed by Antigua.news. When an article is not an original creation of Antigua.news—such as when it is based on a press release, other media articles, letters to the editor, or court decisions—one of our staff members is responsible for overseeing its publication.
Read our editorial standards and corrections policy. Spotted an error? Contact the newsroom.
More from Antigua and Barbuda
View section
Browne Proposes Fishing Restriction to Let Peace Beach Reef Mature
Prime minister says newly installed artificial reef modules need time to develop and promises continued public beach access.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Cleo Lemonious and Latoya Pilliner Charged Over Alleged EC$4,405 Clothing Theft
The accused are expected before the St. John’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday following alleged thefts at a store on Market and Redcliffe Streets.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Jeffers: Employers Must Give Workers Reasons to Be Loyal
The management consultant says job security, fair treatment and investment in employees are essential to building lasting workplace commitment.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Browne Celebrates Sister’s Graduation: ‘She Has Corrected That Now’
Prime minister says Blondell Browne’s achievement reflects the opportunities now available to adults who once ended their education at secondary school.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Comments
Be the first to comment.