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Agriculture Sector Expands: Egg Self-Sufficiency, New Abattoirs, and Water Improvements

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Police have opened a murder investigation following the death of 43-year-old man Louis Armstrong who was shot in Upper Fort Road early Friday morning. Armstrong died at about 7:24 a.m. on Saturday while undergoing treatment at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. He had been hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest, eye, and left hand. According to police, officers were called to the scene near Toy Toy Restaurant shortly after reports of gunfire. Armstrong was found lying on the ground critically injured. Emergency responders transported him to hospital, where his condition deteriorated overnight.
Police have opened a murder investigation following the death of 43-year-old man Louis Armstrong who was shot in Upper Fort Road early Friday morning. Armstrong died at about 7:24 a.m. on Saturday while undergoing treatment at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. He had been hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest, eye, and left hand. According to police, officers were called to the scene near Toy Toy Restaurant shortly after reports of gunfire. Armstrong was found lying on the ground critically injured. Emergency responders transported him to hospital, where his condition deteriorated overnight.

Government is reporting substantial progress in agriculture as both large-scale and backyard farmers increase local production.

According to the Throne Speech:

  • Antigua and Barbuda is now self-sufficient in egg production
  • Farmers are expanding poultry output toward meeting full national demand
  • A new poultry abattoir and a modern quadruped abattoir will be built
  • Local pork supply continues to grow
  • CMC has expanded its role in guaranteeing markets for farmers

Government also highlighted the construction of small dams and ponds to tackle water shortages, which have historically hindered farm productivity

Cory Wayland

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Comments (3)

  • Resta November 23, 2025, 7:48 PM

    Eggs are almost $20 dollars. Just sticking in a pin here

  • Informed citizen November 22, 2025, 11:24 PM

    New abattoirs and water improvements are crucial. Hope this means fresher products and better conditions for livestock.

  • Apex Jones November 22, 2025, 4:39 PM

    SO where’s the story. We all read the Throne Speech all these little bits and pieces getting on my nerve

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